Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Ludlow Distillery Dry Gin No. 1, 70cl
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
Ludlow Distillery Dry Gin No. 1, 70cl
Ludlow Distillery
£38
| Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Ludlow Distillery Dry Gin No. 1, 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Ludlow Distillery |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 58.9% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £37.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ludlow Distillery Dry Gin No. 1, 70cl
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ludlow Distillery Dry Gin No. 1, 70cl
Quick verdict
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ludlow Distillery Dry Gin No. 1, 70cl is better value at £38 vs £45.
For beginners: Ludlow Distillery Dry Gin No. 1, 70cl is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£44.95 vs £37.99)
Ludlow Distillery Dry Gin No. 1, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£37.99 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 Ludlow?
Ludlow Distillery Dry Gin No. 1, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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