Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Glencadam
£250
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glencadam | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.7% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £250 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £250 vs £350.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +More affordable (£250 vs £350)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £250)
Who should buy Glencadam?
Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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 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
Only Glencadam 13 Year Old 1998 (cask 82.19) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna