The Lost Distillery Company Discovery Selection (6 x 5cl) vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

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

The Lost Distillery Company Discovery Selection (6 x 5cl)Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
DistilleryThe Lost Distillery CompanyWemyss Malts
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV43%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£33.95£43.9
Rating5.00/5

The Lost Distillery Company Discovery Selection (6 x 5cl)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

The Lost Distillery Company Discovery Selection (6 x 5cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Lost Distillery Company Discovery Selection (6 x 5cl) is better value at £34 vs £44.

For beginners: The Lost Distillery Company Discovery Selection (6 x 5cl) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

The Lost Distillery Company Discovery Selection (6 x 5cl)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£33.95 vs £43.9)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£43.9 vs £33.95)

Who should buy The?

The Lost Distillery Company Discovery Selection (6 x 5cl) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Velvet?

Velvet Fig (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 Lost Distillery Company Discovery Selection (6 x 5cl)

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedVanilla

Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

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