Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) vs Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 1151 & 1153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£68
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 1151 & 1153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Glen Elgin
£51
| Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) | Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 1151 & 1153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Glen Elgin |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 17 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £68.12 | £51.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 1151 & 1153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 1151 & 1153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 1151 & 1153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £51 vs £68.
For beginners: Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.12 vs £51.18)
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 1151 & 1153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£51.18 vs £68.12)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 1151 & 1153) - 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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