Dewar's 8 Year Old Portuguese Smooth vs The Feathery Blended Malt

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

Dewar's 8 Year Old Portuguese SmoothThe Feathery Blended Malt
DistilleryDewar'sSpencerfield Spirit Co
RegionOther ScotchOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%40%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£27.91£38
Rating5.00/5

Dewar's 8 Year Old Portuguese Smooth

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Dewar's 8 Year Old Portuguese Smooth

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dewar's 8 Year Old Portuguese Smooth is better value at £28 vs £38.

For beginners: Dewar's 8 Year Old Portuguese Smooth is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Dewar's 8 Year Old Portuguese Smooth

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.91 vs £38)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Feathery Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£38 vs £27.91)

Who should buy Dewar's?

Dewar's 8 Year Old Portuguese Smooth 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.

Who should buy The?

The Feathery Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedHoneyDried Fruit

Only Dewar's 8 Year Old Portuguese Smooth

Cooked Fruit

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

ChocolateNutty

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