Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) vs Invergordon 21 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)Invergordon 21 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
DistilleryBalblairInvergordon
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV46%46%
Age17 yr21 yr
Price£68.12£51.67
Rating5.00/5

Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value73/100

Invergordon 21 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Invergordon 21 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Invergordon 21 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £52 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 £51.67)

Invergordon 21 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£51.67 vs £68.12)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 17 years)

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 Invergordon?

Invergordon 21 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToastedHoney

Only Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)

Sherried

Only Invergordon 21 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

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