Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Balvenie 12 Year Old Classic / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
Balvenie 12 Year Old Classic / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
Balvenie
£800
| Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Balvenie 12 Year Old Classic / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Balvenie |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.1% | 40% |
| Age | 24 yr | NAS |
| Price | £724.95 | £800 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balvenie 12 Year Old Classic / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balvenie 12 Year Old Classic / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £800.
For beginners: Balvenie 12 Year Old Classic / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£724.95 vs £800)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Balvenie 12 Year Old Classic / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£800 vs £724.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y 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 Balvenie?
Balvenie 12 Year Old Classic / Bot.1980s 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 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Balvenie 12 Year Old Classic / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky