Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) vs Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Ardmore
£29
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Laphroaig
★ 4.83
£25
| Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Laphroaig |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £29.2 | £24.99 |
| Rating | — | 4.83/5 |
Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl is rated higher (4.83 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl is better value at £25 vs £29.
For beginners: Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.2 vs £24.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Only Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl