Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Wolfburn Partridge in a Pear Tree
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
Wolfburn Partridge in a Pear Tree
Wolfburn
£70
| Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Wolfburn Partridge in a Pear Tree | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Wolfburn |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.9% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £44.95 | £69.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Wolfburn Partridge in a Pear Tree
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Wolfburn Partridge in a Pear Tree
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 £70.
For beginners: Wolfburn Partridge in a Pear Tree is more approachable (70/100 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 £69.99)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Wolfburn Partridge in a Pear Tree
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£69.99 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 Wolfburn?
Wolfburn Partridge in a Pear Tree 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 Wolfburn Partridge in a Pear Tree