Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£292
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.1% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £291.95 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Quick verdict
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish is better value at £292 vs £399.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition 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
- +More affordable (£291.95 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £291.95)
- −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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition