Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011 vs The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Grain Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011
Ardbeg
★ 2.71
£1999
The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Grain Scotch Whisky
The Last Drop
£1435
| Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011 | The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Grain Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | The Last Drop |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.1% | 49% |
| Age | 13 yr | 50 yr |
| Price | £1999 | £1434.82 |
| Rating | 2.71/5 | — |
Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011
The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Grain Scotch Whisky
Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011
The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Grain Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011 is rated higher (2.71 vs 0.00).
The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Grain Scotch Whisky is better value at £1435 vs £1999.
For beginners: The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Grain Scotch Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (2.7/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1999 vs £1434.82)
The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Grain Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +More affordable (£1434.82 vs £1999)
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 13 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 2.7)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011 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 The?
The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Grain Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Ardbeg 1998 - Fèis Ìle 2011
Only The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Grain Scotch Whisky