Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs The Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1967 (bottled 2000) Cellar Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
The Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1967 (bottled 2000) Cellar Collection
The Glenlivet
£972
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | The Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1967 (bottled 2000) Cellar Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | The Glenlivet |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £599 | £971.93 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
The Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1967 (bottled 2000) Cellar Collection
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
The Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1967 (bottled 2000) Cellar Collection
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is better value at £599 vs £972.
For beginners: The Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1967 (bottled 2000) Cellar Collection 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)
- +More affordable (£599 vs £971.93)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1967 (bottled 2000) Cellar Collection
Pros
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£971.93 vs £599)
- −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 The?
The Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1967 (bottled 2000) Cellar Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Only The Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1967 (bottled 2000) Cellar Collection