The Islay Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits) vs Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Islay Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)
North Star Spirits
£70
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4)
Filey Bay
★ 4.86
£72
| The Islay Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits) | Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Filey Bay |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £69.95 | £72.25 |
| Rating | — | 4.86/5 |
The Islay Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4)
The Islay Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4)
Quick verdict
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4) is rated higher (4.86 vs 0.00).
The Islay Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits) is better value at £70 vs £72.
For beginners: Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
The Islay Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £72.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£72.25 vs £69.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy The?
The Islay Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Filey?
Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4) 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.
Tasting notes
Only The Islay Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)
Only Filey Bay Moscatel Finish (Batch 4)