Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£33
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Wemyss Malts
★ 5.00
£44
| Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) | Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Wemyss Malts |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £32.95 | £43.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Quick verdict
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) is better value at £33 vs £44.
For beginners: Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.95 vs £43.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.9 vs £32.95)
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Who should buy Velvet?
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)