Bladnoch 15 Year Old - (cask 50.31) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - (cask 50.31) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Bladnoch
£399
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Bladnoch 15 Year Old - (cask 50.31) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.2% | 43% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £399 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - (cask 50.31) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - (cask 50.31) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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 £399.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - (cask 50.31) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 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 £399)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - (cask 50.31) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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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Only Bladnoch 15 Year Old - (cask 50.31) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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