Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company vs Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Character of Islay Whisky Company
★ 4.22
£5

Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Macduff
£6
| Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Character of Islay Whisky Company | Macduff |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 10 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £5.33 | £5.96 |
| Rating | 4.22/5 | — |
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Quick verdict
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (4.22 vs 0.00).
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is better value at £5 vs £6.
For beginners: Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +More affordable (£5.33 vs £5.96)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.96 vs £5.33)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Aerolite?
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Macduff?
Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Only Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl