Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) vs Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Kyrö Distillery Company
★ 4.60
£6
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing)
Blair Athol
£6
| Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) | Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kyrö Distillery Company | Blair Athol |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Finland | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £6 | £6.06 |
| Rating | 4.60/5 | — |
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing)
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is rated higher (4.60 vs 0.00).
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is better value at £6 vs £6.
For beginners: Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +More affordable (£6 vs £6.06)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£6.06 vs £6)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kyrö?
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing) 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 Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Only Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing)