Fara Blended Malt Whisky vs Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Fara Blended Malt Whisky
Orkney Distilling
£50

Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tamnavulin
★ 5.00
£55
| Fara Blended Malt Whisky | Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Orkney Distilling | Tamnavulin |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.8% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £49.5 | £54.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fara Blended Malt Whisky
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Fara Blended Malt Whisky
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fara Blended Malt Whisky is better value at £50 vs £55.
For beginners: Fara Blended Malt Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Fara Blended Malt Whisky
Pros
- +More affordable (£49.5 vs £54.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £49.5)
Who should buy Fara?
Fara Blended Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Tamnavulin?
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
Tasting notes
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