Tamnavulin 22 Year Old 1978 (cask 8068) - Signatory vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tamnavulin 22 Year Old 1978 (cask 8068) - Signatory
Tamnavulin
£500
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Tamnavulin 22 Year Old 1978 (cask 8068) - Signatory | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tamnavulin | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.2% | 43% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £499.95 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tamnavulin 22 Year Old 1978 (cask 8068) - Signatory
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Tamnavulin 22 Year Old 1978 (cask 8068) - Signatory
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £500.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tamnavulin 22 Year Old 1978 (cask 8068) - Signatory
Pros
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£499.95 vs £350)
- −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 affordable (£350 vs £499.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tamnavulin?
Tamnavulin 22 Year Old 1978 (cask 8068) - Signatory 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
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