Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl vs Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl
Bimber
£240
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£292
| Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl | Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bimber | Ardbeg |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 49.1% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £239.99 | £291.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl is better value at £240 vs £292.
For beginners: Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£239.99 vs £291.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£291.95 vs £239.99)
Who should buy Bimber?
Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Darkness!?
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl
Only Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish