Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company vs Knockando 1972 / Bot.1983 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky CompanyKnockando 1972 / Bot.1983 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryThe Character of Islay Whisky CompanyKnockando
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46.3%40%
Age33 yrNAS
Price£399.95£500
Rating5.00/5

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value13/100

Knockando 1972 / Bot.1983 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Knockando 1972 / Bot.1983 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is better value at £400 vs £500.

For beginners: Knockando 1972 / Bot.1983 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£399.95 vs £500)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Knockando 1972 / Bot.1983 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£500 vs £399.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Fiona?

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy Knockando?

Knockando 1972 / Bot.1983 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

SmokeyOld WoodDried FruitMedicinal

Only Knockando 1972 / Bot.1983 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedNutty

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