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.
Today I’m diving into a proper heavyweight clash: Ardbeg 10 vs Lagavulin 16 year old whisky. Two iconic Islay single malts, both with cult followings, both built on peat smoke, and both sitting comfortably in the “must-try” category for anyone serious about Scotch whisky.
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When it comes to heavily peated Scotch whisky, few debates spark more passion among whisky fans than Ardbeg Corryvreckan vs Uigeadail single malt whisky. 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.
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.
Today’s whisky exploration revolves around the intriguing duel of Johnnie Walker Green vs Blue Label whisky. Known worldwide as a beacon of whisky excellence, the Johnnie Walker brand spans a colourful spectrum from Red and Black to Green and Blue Label releases.
On a misty island that still bears dinosaur footprints from the Jurassic period, there’s been a distillery crafting whisky for over 190 years. That distillery is Talisker, and today we’re diving into a head-to-head comparison — Talisker 10 vs Skye — to see how these two island single malts stack up. Read More »Talisker 10 vs Skye: A Battle of Island Character