Staoisha 8 Year Old 2013 (casks 900052 & 900059) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2013 (casks 900052 & 900059) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£37
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
| Staoisha 8 Year Old 2013 (casks 900052 & 900059) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £36.95 | £38 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2013 (casks 900052 & 900059) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2013 (casks 900052 & 900059) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2013 (casks 900052 & 900059) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £37 vs £38.
For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2013 (casks 900052 & 900059) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£36.95 vs £38)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Feathery Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£38 vs £36.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Staoisha?
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2013 (casks 900052 & 900059) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 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 Staoisha 8 Year Old 2013 (casks 900052 & 900059) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Only The Feathery Blended Malt