Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) vs Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - 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
Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Glen Elgin
★ 5.00
£50
| Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) | Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Glen Elgin |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £60.45 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £50 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£60.45 vs £49.95)
Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £60.45)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Glen?
Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
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