Banff 18 Years Old 1980 - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Banff 18 Years Old 1980 - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Banff
£395
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Banff 18 Years Old 1980 - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Banff | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 18 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £395 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Banff 18 Years Old 1980 - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Banff 18 Years Old 1980 - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
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 £395.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Banff 18 Years Old 1980 - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£395 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 £395)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Banff?
Banff 18 Years Old 1980 - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Banff 18 Years Old 1980 - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna