Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) vs Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Tamdhu
★ 5.00
£395
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Balblair
£399
| Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) | Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tamdhu | Balblair |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 30 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £395 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Quick verdict
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) is better value at £395 vs £399.
For beginners: Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£395 vs £399)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £395)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Tamdhu?
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask 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 Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Only Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Where to buy
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange