The Feathery Blended Malt vs Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon

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

The Feathery Blended MaltFour Roses Small Batch Bourbon
DistillerySpencerfield Spirit CoFour Roses
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV40%45%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38£33.48
Rating5.00/54.36/5

The Feathery Blended Malt

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

Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.36).

Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon is better value at £33 vs £38.

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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£38 vs £33.48)

Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£33.48 vs £38)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.4 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 Four?

Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ChocolateHoney

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitNutty

Only Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon

VanillaToastedFresh Fruit

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