Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky
Blair Athol
£110
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
★ 5.00
£85
| Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | England |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 52% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £110 | £84.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Quick verdict
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is better value at £85 vs £110.
For beginners: Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£110 vs £84.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £110)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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