Ardmore 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs The Feathery Blended Malt

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

Ardmore 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)The Feathery Blended Malt
DistilleryArdmoreSpencerfield Spirit Co
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%40%
Age5 yrNAS
Price£33£38
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Ardmore 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Ardmore 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ardmore 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £33 vs £38.

For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Ardmore 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£33 vs £38)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The Feathery Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£38 vs £33)

Who should buy Ardmore?

Ardmore 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) 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 The?

The Feathery Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Only Ardmore 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

ToastedMalt ExtractFresh FruitVanilla

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitChocolateHoneyNutty

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