Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011 vs Kinclaith 35 Year Old 1969 (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011 | Kinclaith 35 Year Old 1969 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Kinclaith |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.1% | 53.3% |
| Age | 13 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £1999 | £2500 |
| Rating | 2.71/5 | — |
Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011
Kinclaith 35 Year Old 1969 (Signatory)
Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011
Kinclaith 35 Year Old 1969 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011 is rated higher (2.71 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011 is better value at £1999 vs £2500.
For beginners: Kinclaith 35 Year Old 1969 (Signatory) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (2.7/5)
- +More affordable (£1999 vs £2500)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
Kinclaith 35 Year Old 1969 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£2500 vs £1999)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 2.7)
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Kinclaith?
Kinclaith 35 Year Old 1969 (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011
Only Kinclaith 35 Year Old 1969 (Signatory)