Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ardbeg 21 Year OldGlen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky
DistilleryArdbegGlen Moray
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£599£452
Rating5.00/5

Ardbeg 21 Year Old

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner45/100
Value8/100

Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Ardbeg 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky is better value at £452 vs £599.

For beginners: Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Ardbeg 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£599 vs £452)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£452 vs £599)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardbeg?

Ardbeg 21 Year Old 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 Glen?

Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Ardbeg 21 Year Old

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyLeatheryOily

Only Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky

Old WoodSherriedNuttyHoneyToasted

Where to buy

Ardbeg 21 Year Old

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