Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish vs Glenglassaugh 40 year Old 1972 (cask R13/08/01) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£292
Glenglassaugh 40 year Old 1972 (cask R13/08/01) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Glenglassaugh
★ 4.00
£430
| Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish | Glenglassaugh 40 year Old 1972 (cask R13/08/01) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Glenglassaugh |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.1% | 43.1% |
| Age | 23 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £291.95 | £429.86 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Glenglassaugh 40 year Old 1972 (cask R13/08/01) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Glenglassaugh 40 year Old 1972 (cask R13/08/01) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish is better value at £292 vs £430.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 40 year Old 1972 (cask R13/08/01) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£291.95 vs £429.86)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenglassaugh 40 year Old 1972 (cask R13/08/01) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£429.86 vs £291.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Darkness!?
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 40 year Old 1972 (cask R13/08/01) - 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 Highland character.
Tasting notes
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