Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak
Bowmore
£269
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £268.95 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak is better value at £269 vs £350.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£268.95 vs £350)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £268.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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