Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) vs Box Early Days - Batch 002

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

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)Box Early Days - Batch 002
DistilleryWemyss MaltsBox
Region
CountryScotlandSweden
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%51.5%
AgeNASNAS
Price£43.9£31.95
Rating5.00/5

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

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

Box Early Days - Batch 002

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Box Early Days - Batch 002

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Box Early Days - Batch 002 is better value at £32 vs £44.

For beginners: Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

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 £31.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Box Early Days - Batch 002

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£31.95 vs £43.9)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Box?

Box Early Days - Batch 002 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

Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

Only Box Early Days - Batch 002

SmokeyMalt ExtractFresh FruitToasted

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