Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) vs Black Bottle Smoke & Dagger - Alchemy Series
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Fettercairn
£20
Black Bottle Smoke & Dagger - Alchemy Series
Black Bottle
★ 4.60
£23
| Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | Black Bottle Smoke & Dagger - Alchemy Series | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | Black Bottle |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 46.3% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £20.03 | £23.23 |
| Rating | — | 4.60/5 |
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Black Bottle Smoke & Dagger - Alchemy Series
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Black Bottle Smoke & Dagger - Alchemy Series
Quick verdict
Black Bottle Smoke & Dagger - Alchemy Series is rated higher (4.60 vs 0.00).
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is better value at £20 vs £23.
For beginners: Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.03 vs £23.23)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Black Bottle Smoke & Dagger - Alchemy Series
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£23.23 vs £20.03)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Black?
Black Bottle Smoke & Dagger - Alchemy Series suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Only Black Bottle Smoke & Dagger - Alchemy Series