Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) vs Fettercairn 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5626 & 5627) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£140
Fettercairn 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5626 & 5627) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Fettercairn
★ 4.00
£44
| Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) | Fettercairn 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5626 & 5627) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Fettercairn |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 46% |
| Age | 19 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £44.23 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Fettercairn 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5626 & 5627) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Fettercairn 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5626 & 5627) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Fettercairn 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5626 & 5627) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £44 vs £140.
For beginners: Fettercairn 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5626 & 5627) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £44.23)
Fettercairn 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5626 & 5627) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£44.23 vs £139.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (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 Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5626 & 5627) - 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
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