The Feathery Blended Malt vs Strathcolm 12 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38

Strathcolm 12 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
Alistair Forfar
★ 4.00
£39
| The Feathery Blended Malt | Strathcolm 12 Year Old (Alistair Forfar) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Spencerfield Spirit Co | Alistair Forfar |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £38 | £38.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
The Feathery Blended Malt
Strathcolm 12 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Strathcolm 12 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £39.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£38 vs £38.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Strathcolm 12 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£38.95 vs £38)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Strathcolm?
Strathcolm 12 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Feathery Blended Malt
Only Strathcolm 12 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)