Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Lagavulin
£499
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Lagavulin |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £599 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition is better value at £499 vs £599.
For beginners: Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £499)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£499 vs £599)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Only Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Where to buy
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange