Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Ledaig 7 Year Old 2010 (casks 700387 & 700388) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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
Ledaig 7 Year Old 2010 (casks 700387 & 700388) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Tobermory
£33
| Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Ledaig 7 Year Old 2010 (casks 700387 & 700388) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.9% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £44.95 | £33.19 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ledaig 7 Year Old 2010 (casks 700387 & 700388) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ledaig 7 Year Old 2010 (casks 700387 & 700388) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 7 Year Old 2010 (casks 700387 & 700388) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £33 vs £45.
For beginners: Ledaig 7 Year Old 2010 (casks 700387 & 700388) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 7 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£44.95 vs £33.19)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 7 Year Old 2010 (casks 700387 & 700388) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£33.19 vs £44.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 7 Year Old 2010 (casks 700387 & 700388) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
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Only Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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