Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company vs Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Year of the Rooster 2017
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
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Year of the Rooster 2017
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£499
| Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Year of the Rooster 2017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Character of Islay Whisky Company | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46.3% | 40% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399.95 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Year of the Rooster 2017
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Year of the Rooster 2017
Quick verdict
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is better value at £400 vs £499.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Year of the Rooster 2017 is more approachable (85/100 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 £499)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Year of the Rooster 2017
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Year of the Rooster 2017 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Only Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Year of the Rooster 2017