Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) vs Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 3381 & 3382) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£60
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 3381 & 3382) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Fettercairn
£47
| Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) | Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 3381 & 3382) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Fettercairn |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £60.45 | £46.63 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 3381 & 3382) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 3381 & 3382) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 3381 & 3382) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £47 vs £60.
For beginners: Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£60.45 vs £46.63)
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 3381 & 3382) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£46.63 vs £60.45)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) 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 Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 3381 & 3382) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
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