Inchgower 26 Year Old 1980 (cask 14155) (Adelphi) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 26 Year Old 1980 (cask 14155) (Adelphi)
Inchgower
£390
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Inchgower 26 Year Old 1980 (cask 14155) (Adelphi) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.8% | 43% |
| Age | 26 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £389.61 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 26 Year Old 1980 (cask 14155) (Adelphi)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Inchgower 26 Year Old 1980 (cask 14155) (Adelphi)
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 £390.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 26 Year Old 1980 (cask 14155) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£389.61 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 £389.61)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 26 Year Old 1980 (cask 14155) (Adelphi) 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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