Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006) vs Linkwood 35 Year Old 1984 - Sar Obair Decanter (Kingsbury)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006)
Ardbeg
★ 4.82
£499
Linkwood 35 Year Old 1984 - Sar Obair Decanter (Kingsbury)
Linkwood
£695
| Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006) | Linkwood 35 Year Old 1984 - Sar Obair Decanter (Kingsbury) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Linkwood |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 16 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £499 | £695 |
| Rating | 4.82/5 | — |
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006)
Linkwood 35 Year Old 1984 - Sar Obair Decanter (Kingsbury)
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006)
Linkwood 35 Year Old 1984 - Sar Obair Decanter (Kingsbury)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006) is rated higher (4.82 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006) is better value at £499 vs £695.
For beginners: Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Linkwood 35 Year Old 1984 - Sar Obair Decanter (Kingsbury)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£695 vs £499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 35 Year Old 1984 - Sar Obair Decanter (Kingsbury) 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 Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006)
Only Linkwood 35 Year Old 1984 - Sar Obair Decanter (Kingsbury)