Bowmore 9 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured vs Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 9 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured
Bowmore
★ 3.11
£90
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4)
Filey Bay
★ 4.86
£72
| Bowmore 9 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured | Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Filey Bay |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £89.99 | £72.25 |
| Rating | 3.11/5 | 4.86/5 |
Bowmore 9 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4)
Bowmore 9 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4)
Quick verdict
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4) is rated higher (4.86 vs 3.11).
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4) is better value at £72 vs £90.
For beginners: Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 9 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.99 vs £72.25)
- −Lower community rating (3.1 vs 4.9)
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 9 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured 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 Filey?
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Bowmore 9 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured
Only Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4)