Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Inchfad 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£45
Inchfad 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Loch Lomond
£65
| Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Inchfad 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.9% | 53.5% |
| Age | 13 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £44.95 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Inchfad 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Inchfad 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £45 vs £65.
For beginners: Inchfad 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £64.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Inchfad 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £44.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ardlair?
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Inchfad?
Inchfad 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Inchfad 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)