Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) vs Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Ardmore
£84
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£100
| Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) | Famous Grouse Highland Decanter | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Famous Grouse |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 56.8% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £83.95 | £99.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) is better value at £84 vs £100.
For beginners: Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£83.95 vs £99.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.99 vs £83.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) 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 Famous?
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter 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.
Tasting notes
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