Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release vs Midleton Very Rare Forêt de Tronçais
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£4995
Midleton Very Rare Forêt de Tronçais
Midleton
★ 5.00
£3777
| Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release | Midleton Very Rare Forêt de Tronçais | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Midleton |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 41.2% | 48% |
| Age | 29 yr | NAS |
| Price | £4995 | £3776.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Midleton Very Rare Forêt de Tronçais
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Midleton Very Rare Forêt de Tronçais
Quick verdict
Midleton Very Rare Forêt de Tronçais is better value at £3777 vs £4995.
For beginners: Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£4995 vs £3776.5)
Midleton Very Rare Forêt de Tronçais
Pros
- +More affordable (£3776.5 vs £4995)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release 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 Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare Forêt de Tronçais suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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Only Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
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