Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s vs Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970sAuchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryHaller'sAuchentoshan
RegionLowland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%48.6%
Age8 yr22 yr
Price£240£176.95
Rating5.00/5

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner85/100
Value21/100

Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £177 vs £240.

For beginners: Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£240 vs £176.95)

Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£176.95 vs £240)
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 8 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Haller’s?

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s 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 Auchentoshan?

Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedVanillaHoney

Only Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

TobaccoOily

Only Auchentoshan 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 100696) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Malt ExtractOld Wood

Where to buy

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