A combination of side by side whisky / bourbon / whiskey comparison blog posts. A look at all the most popular whiskies and how they rate next to their rivals. From bourbons and Scottish whisky to blends and single malts. A broad collection of comparisons I have tried.
Time for a proper side-by-side tasting: Ardbeg Wee Beastie vs Ardbeg 10 year old whisky. Both are heavily peated single malts from the iconic Ardbeg distillery, but they deliver very different experiences in the glass.
Few whisky regions inspire as much loyalty among enthusiasts as Islay. Known for its wild Atlantic weather, rugged coastline, and heavy peat influence, the island produces some of the most distinctive whiskies in the world. Among its most recognised drams are the iconic Ardbeg 10 year old and the elegant Caol Ila 12 year old.
Read More »Ardbeg 10 vs Caol Ila 12: Two Classic Islay Single Malts Compared
Another island-versus-island showdown; this time between two of the most characterful maritime single malts on the market. Today, I am deep-diving into Caol Ila 12 vs Talisker 10, two peated island whiskies that have earned cult followings for good reason.
Read More »Caol Ila 12 vs Talisker 10: Which Island Icon to Choose?
When it comes to heavily peated Scotch whisky, few debates spark more passion among whisky fans than Ardbeg Corryvreckan vs Uigeadail. These two iconic Islay single malts sit at the heart of the Ardbeg core range and represent everything peat lovers crave: smoke, power, complexity, and unmistakable maritime character.
Read More »Ardbeg Corryvreckan vs Uigeadail: Which Beast Reigns Supreme?
In the world of premium whisky, few names shine as brightly as Chivas Regal and Johnnie Walker Black Label. These 12 year old classics share a common origin, originating in grocery stores, and have garnered devoted followings worldwide. Today, I explore Chivas Regal 12 vs Johnnie Walker Black Label whiskies in the latest instalment of my comparison series.
My next side-by-side comparison takes a look at two of the biggest names in Irish whiskey: Tullamore DEW vs Jameson Irish whiskey. If you are new to Irish whiskey, chances are you have already seen both bottles sitting on a supermarket shelf or behind your local bar. They are affordable, widely available, and often recommended as entry-level Irish drams.