Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
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
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Murray McDavid
£58
| Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Murray McDavid |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 58.9% | 50% |
| Age | 13 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £44.95 | £57.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
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 £58.
For beginners: Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) 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)
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £57.5)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.5 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 Peatside?
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) 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 Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)