Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company vs Midleton Very Rare 2019
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Character of Islay Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£400
Midleton Very Rare 2019
Midleton
★ 5.00
£599
| Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | Midleton Very Rare 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Character of Islay Whisky Company | Midleton |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46.3% | 40% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399.95 | £599 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Midleton Very Rare 2019
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Midleton Very Rare 2019
Quick verdict
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is better value at £400 vs £599.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 2019 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
- +More affordable (£399.95 vs £599)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Midleton Very Rare 2019
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £399.95)
- −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 Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 2019 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Only Midleton Very Rare 2019