Balblair 7 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) vs Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 7 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Balblair
£40
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
| Balblair 7 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) | Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Ardgowan |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46.9% | 50% |
| Age | 7 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £48.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 7 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Balblair 7 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balblair 7 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £49.
For beginners: Balblair 7 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Balblair 7 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £48.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.5 vs £39.95)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 7 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
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