Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) vs Inchgower 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 12301) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£68
Inchgower 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 12301) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Inchgower
£82
| Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) | Inchgower 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 12301) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Inchgower |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 17 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £68.12 | £81.59 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Inchgower 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 12301) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Inchgower 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 12301) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is better value at £68 vs £82.
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Inchgower 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 12301) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£81.59 vs £68.12)
- −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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 12301) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Only Inchgower 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 12301) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Where to buy
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchgower 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 12301) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange