Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) vs The Glenlivet 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) | The Glenlivet 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | The Glenlivet |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £68.12 | £95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.38/5 |
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.38).
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is better value at £68 vs £95.
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
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£95 vs £68.12)
- −Lower community rating (4.4 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 The?
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Glenlivet 18 Year Old
Where to buy
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange