Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) vs Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Ardmore
£82
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Macduff
★ 5.00
£75
| Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Macduff |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 55% |
| Age | 14 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £81.61 | £75.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £75 vs £82.
For beginners: Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£81.61 vs £75.3)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£75.3 vs £81.61)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) 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 Macduff?
Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Ardmore 14 Year Old 2009 Dark Rum Finish (cask 9001335) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Only Macduff 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 7869 & 7872) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)