Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar) vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
Alistair Forfar
★ 3.00
£32

The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
| Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar) | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Alistair Forfar | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £32.13 | £38 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar) is better value at £32 vs £38.
For beginners: Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.13 vs £38)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£38 vs £32.13)
Who should buy Strathcolm?
Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Who should buy The?
The Feathery Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
Only The Feathery Blended Malt