Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338) vs J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338)
Bladnoch
£49
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
J.G Thomson & Co.
★ 5.00
£40
| Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338) | J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | J.G Thomson & Co. |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | NAS |
| Price | £48.95 | £39.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Quick verdict
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is better value at £40 vs £49.
For beginners: J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£48.95 vs £39.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£39.9 vs £48.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy J.G.?
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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