Balmenach 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balmenach 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)
Balmenach
★ 5.00
£286
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Balmenach 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balmenach | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.3% | 43% |
| Age | 30 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £285.6 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balmenach 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Balmenach 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Balmenach 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing) is better value at £286 vs £350.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Balmenach 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£285.6 vs £350)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £285.6)
Who should buy Balmenach?
Balmenach 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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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