Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£40
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
| Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.55 | £38 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £40.
For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£39.55 vs £38)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 affordable (£38 vs £39.55)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (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 Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
Only The Feathery Blended Malt