Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) vs Pittyvaich 14 Year Old 1986 (casks 9519 & 9522) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Midleton
★ 5.00
£300
Pittyvaich 14 Year Old 1986 (casks 9519 & 9522) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod)
Pittyvaich
£299
| Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) | Pittyvaich 14 Year Old 1986 (casks 9519 & 9522) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Pittyvaich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.2% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £300 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Pittyvaich 14 Year Old 1986 (casks 9519 & 9522) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod)
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Pittyvaich 14 Year Old 1986 (casks 9519 & 9522) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod)
Quick verdict
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Pittyvaich 14 Year Old 1986 (casks 9519 & 9522) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod) is better value at £299 vs £300.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 14 Year Old 1986 (casks 9519 & 9522) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£300 vs £299)
Pittyvaich 14 Year Old 1986 (casks 9519 & 9522) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£299 vs £300)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 14 Year Old 1986 (casks 9519 & 9522) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Only Pittyvaich 14 Year Old 1986 (casks 9519 & 9522) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod)