Tempus Fugit Crème de Banane vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Tempus Fugit Crème de BananeVelvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
DistilleryTempus FugitWemyss Malts
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£33.5£43.9
Rating5.00/5

Tempus Fugit Crème de Banane

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Tempus Fugit Crème de Banane

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tempus Fugit Crème de Banane is better value at £34 vs £44.

For beginners: Tempus Fugit Crème de Banane is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Tempus Fugit Crème de Banane

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£33.5 vs £43.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£43.9 vs £33.5)

Who should buy Tempus?

Tempus Fugit Crème de Banane 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.

Who should buy Velvet?

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Tempus Fugit Crème de Banane

Fresh FruitVanillaHoney

Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

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