Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch) vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
Aultmore
£62
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
| Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch) | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aultmore | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 40% |
| Age | 28 yr | NAS |
| Price | £62.14 | £38 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £62.
For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£62.14 vs £38)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£38 vs £62.14)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Aultmore?
Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch) 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 The?
The Feathery Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
Only The Feathery Blended Malt