Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) vs Rìgh Seumas II 10 Year Old 2008 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£60
Rìgh Seumas II 10 Year Old 2008 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Murray McDavid
£44
| Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) | Rìgh Seumas II 10 Year Old 2008 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Murray McDavid |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 53.7% | 50% |
| Age | 20 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £60.45 | £44.48 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Rìgh Seumas II 10 Year Old 2008 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Rìgh Seumas II 10 Year Old 2008 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rìgh Seumas II 10 Year Old 2008 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) is better value at £44 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)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£60.45 vs £44.48)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Rìgh Seumas II 10 Year Old 2008 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£44.48 vs £60.45)
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 Rìgh?
Rìgh Seumas II 10 Year Old 2008 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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Only Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
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