The Feathery Blended Malt vs Ballantine's Barrel Smooth (1L)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
Ballantine's Barrel Smooth (1L)
Ballantine's
£41
| The Feathery Blended Malt | Ballantine's Barrel Smooth (1L) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Spencerfield Spirit Co | Ballantine's |
| Region | Other Scotch | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £38 | £40.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Feathery Blended Malt
Ballantine's Barrel Smooth (1L)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Ballantine's Barrel Smooth (1L)
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £41.
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 £40.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ballantine's Barrel Smooth (1L)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£40.95 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 Ballantine's?
Ballantine's Barrel Smooth (1L) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only The Feathery Blended Malt
Only Ballantine's Barrel Smooth (1L)