Ardbeg Blasda Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

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

Ardbeg Blasda Islay Single Malt Scotch WhiskyPittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
DistilleryArdbegPittyvaich
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£250£350
Rating5.00/5

Ardbeg Blasda Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value14/100

Ardbeg Blasda Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ardbeg Blasda Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £250 vs £350.

For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Ardbeg Blasda Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£250 vs £350)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£350 vs £250)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardbeg?

Ardbeg Blasda Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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

Only Ardbeg Blasda Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokeyMedicinalOilyLeatheryFresh Fruit

Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

ToastedVanillaHoneyMalt ExtractNutty

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