Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed vs Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£69
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Copper Rivet Distillery
★ 5.00
£47
| Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed | Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Copper Rivet Distillery |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 56.2% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £68.95 | £47.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Quick verdict
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is better value at £47 vs £69.
For beginners: Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.95 vs £47.3)
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.3 vs £68.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −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 Masthouse?
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 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 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Only Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137