The Feathery Blended Malt vs Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Ardmore
£50
| The Feathery Blended Malt | Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Spencerfield Spirit Co | Ardmore |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 47.5% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £38 | £49.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Feathery Blended Malt
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £50.
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 £49.9)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.9 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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only The Feathery Blended Malt
Only Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)