Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%) vs Stauning HØST
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%)
Blair Athol
★ 4.25
£35
Stauning HØST
Stauning
★ 5.00
£42
| Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%) | Stauning HØST | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | Stauning |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Denmark |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.7% | 40.5% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.95 | £41.5 |
| Rating | 4.25/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%)
Stauning HØST
Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%)
Stauning HØST
Quick verdict
Stauning HØST is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).
Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%) is better value at £35 vs £42.
For beginners: Stauning HØST is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%)
Pros
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £41.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Stauning HØST
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.5 vs £34.95)
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%) 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 Stauning?
Stauning HØST 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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