The Feathery Blended Malt vs Peat Chimney 12 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)

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

The Feathery Blended MaltPeat Chimney 12 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)
DistillerySpencerfield Spirit CoWemyss Malts
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£38£41.95
Rating5.00/54.00/5

The Feathery Blended Malt

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

Peat Chimney 12 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner65/100
Value95/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Peat Chimney 12 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £42.

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 £41.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Peat Chimney 12 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£41.95 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 Peat?

Peat Chimney 12 Year Old (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitChocolateHoneyNutty

Only Peat Chimney 12 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)

SmokeyCooked FruitToastedOily

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