Ardbeg Kildalton / Bot.2014 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Littlemill 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ardbeg Kildalton / Bot.2014 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Ardbeg
£425

Littlemill 12 Year Old
Littlemill
★ 4.75
£299
| Ardbeg Kildalton / Bot.2014 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Littlemill 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Littlemill |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £425 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 4.75/5 |
Ardbeg Kildalton / Bot.2014 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Littlemill 12 Year Old
Ardbeg Kildalton / Bot.2014 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Littlemill 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Littlemill 12 Year Old is rated higher (4.75 vs 0.00).
Littlemill 12 Year Old is better value at £299 vs £425.
For beginners: Littlemill 12 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg Kildalton / Bot.2014 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£425 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Littlemill 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£299 vs £425)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg Kildalton / Bot.2014 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Littlemill?
Littlemill 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Ardbeg Kildalton / Bot.2014 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Littlemill 12 Year Old