The Feathery Blended Malt vs Big Peat Chinese New Year – Year of the Horse Limited Edition

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

The Feathery Blended MaltBig Peat Chinese New Year – Year of the Horse Limited Edition
DistillerySpencerfield Spirit CoBig Peat
RegionOther ScotchIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV40%48.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38£60.95
Rating5.00/5

The Feathery Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Big Peat Chinese New Year – Year of the Horse Limited Edition

Smoke65/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat Chinese New Year – Year of the Horse Limited Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £61.

For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

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 £60.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Big Peat Chinese New Year – Year of the Horse Limited Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£60.95 vs £38)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat Chinese New Year – Year of the Horse Limited Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitChocolateHoneyNutty

Only Big Peat Chinese New Year – Year of the Horse Limited Edition

SmokeyKipperyOilyToastedLeathery

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