Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed vs Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£69
Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Glen Ord
★ 5.00
£38
| Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed | Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Glen Ord |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £68.95 | £37.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Quick verdict
Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie) is better value at £38 vs £69.
For beginners: Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.95 vs £37.95)
Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£37.95 vs £68.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie) 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
Both taste of
Only Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
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