Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2008) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2008)
Ardbeg
£499
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2008) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Pittyvaich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 16 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £499 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2008)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2008)
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 £499.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2008)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £350)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £499)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2008) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2008)
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna