Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) vs Crabbie 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Wemyss Malts
★ 5.00
£44
Crabbie 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt
John Crabbie & Co.
★ 4.00
£33
| Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) | Crabbie 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Wemyss Malts | John Crabbie & Co. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £43.9 | £32.74 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Crabbie 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Crabbie 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt
Quick verdict
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Crabbie 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt is better value at £33 vs £44.
For beginners: Crabbie 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.9 vs £32.74)
Crabbie 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.74 vs £43.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Crabbie?
Crabbie 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Only Crabbie 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt