Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Ardmore
£43
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£30
| Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Master of Malt |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 45% |
| Age | 8 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £29.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £43.
For beginners: Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £29.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£29.95 vs £42.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Indiana?
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
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Only Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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