Bladnoch 6 Year Old Lightly Peated vs Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Bladnoch 6 Year Old Lightly Peated | Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Malones |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 58% | 42% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £35.95 | £39.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 6 Year Old Lightly Peated
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Bladnoch 6 Year Old Lightly Peated
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Quick verdict
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bladnoch 6 Year Old Lightly Peated is better value at £36 vs £40.
For beginners: Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 6 Year Old Lightly Peated
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£35.95 vs £39.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£39.95 vs £35.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 6 Year Old Lightly Peated 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 Malones?
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey 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 6 Year Old Lightly Peated
Only Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey