Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Tamdhu
★ 5.00
£395
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tamdhu | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 30 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £395 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £395.
For beginners: Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£395 vs £350)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£350 vs £395)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tamdhu?
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna