The Feathery Blended Malt vs Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
Swell de Spirits
£63
| The Feathery Blended Malt | Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Spencerfield Spirit Co | Swell de Spirits |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | France |
| Type | Blended Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 40% | 56.2% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £38 | £62.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Feathery Blended Malt
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £63.
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 £62.5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£62.5 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 Indiana?
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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