Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated vs The Feathery Blended Malt

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

Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly PeatedThe Feathery Blended Malt
DistilleryBladnochSpencerfield Spirit Co
RegionLowlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV53.6%40%
Age9 yrNAS
Price£37.45£38
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated is better value at £37 vs £38.

For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£37.45 vs £38)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.6%) — may need water

The Feathery Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£38 vs £37.45)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bladnoch?

Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated 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 Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated

SmokeyToastedFresh FruitMalt Extract

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitChocolateHoneyNutty

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