Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
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 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Balvenie
£800
| Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Balvenie |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 46.8% |
| Age | 24 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £724.95 | £800 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
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 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four is more approachable (55/100 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 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
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 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four 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 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Balvenie 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 9304) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four