Ardmore 10 Year Old 2009 (casks 706249 & 706251) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ardmore 10 Year Old 2009 (casks 706249 & 706251) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
DistilleryArdmoreJ.G Thomson & Co.
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£43.95£39.9
Rating5.00/5

Ardmore 10 Year Old 2009 (casks 706249 & 706251) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Ardmore 10 Year Old 2009 (casks 706249 & 706251) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is better value at £40 vs £44.

For beginners: J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Ardmore 10 Year Old 2009 (casks 706249 & 706251) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£43.95 vs £39.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£39.9 vs £43.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardmore?

Ardmore 10 Year Old 2009 (casks 706249 & 706251) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy J.G.?

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

NuttyToasted

Only Ardmore 10 Year Old 2009 (casks 706249 & 706251) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokeyCooked MashOily

Only J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

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