Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) vs Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 11 & 12) - 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
Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 11 & 12) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Signatory
£44
| Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) | Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 11 & 12) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Signatory |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £60.45 | £43.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 11 & 12) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 11 & 12) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 11 & 12) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£60.45 vs £43.75)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 11 & 12) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£43.75 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 Unnamed?
Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 11 & 12) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Only Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 11 & 12) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)