Ardnamurchan 6 Year Old 2016 - North Star Spirits vs Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardnamurchan 6 Year Old 2016 - North Star Spirits
Ardnamurchan
£73
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Copper Rivet Distillery
★ 5.00
£47
| Ardnamurchan 6 Year Old 2016 - North Star Spirits | Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardnamurchan | Copper Rivet Distillery |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.5% | 56.2% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.71 | £47.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardnamurchan 6 Year Old 2016 - North Star Spirits
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Ardnamurchan 6 Year Old 2016 - North Star Spirits
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Quick verdict
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is better value at £47 vs £73.
For beginners: Ardnamurchan 6 Year Old 2016 - North Star Spirits is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardnamurchan 6 Year Old 2016 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.71 vs £47.3)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.3 vs £72.71)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardnamurchan?
Ardnamurchan 6 Year Old 2016 - North Star Spirits 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 Ardnamurchan 6 Year Old 2016 - North Star Spirits
Only Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137