Mauxion Borderies Lot 45 Cognac vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mauxion Borderies Lot 45 CognacPittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
DistilleryMauxionPittyvaich
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£360£350
Rating5.00/5

Mauxion Borderies Lot 45 Cognac

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value14/100

Mauxion Borderies Lot 45 Cognac

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £360.

For beginners: Mauxion Borderies Lot 45 Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Mauxion Borderies Lot 45 Cognac

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£360 vs £350)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£350 vs £360)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Mauxion?

Mauxion Borderies Lot 45 Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Pittyvaich?

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna 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

NuttyVanillaToastedHoney

Only Mauxion Borderies Lot 45 Cognac

Dried Fruit

Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Malt Extract

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