Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd vs Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Berry Bros. & Rudd
£299
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Character of Islay Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£400
| Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd | Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Berry Bros. & Rudd | The Character of Islay Whisky Company |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 46.3% |
| Age | 30 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £299 | £399.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Quick verdict
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is better value at £299 vs £400.
For beginners: Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 30 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£399.95 vs £299)
Who should buy Undisclosed?
Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Fiona?
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Only Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company