Douglas Laing Old Particular Double Pack vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Douglas Laing Old Particular Double Pack
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£450
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Douglas Laing Old Particular Double Pack | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Pittyvaich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.5% | 43% |
| Age | 35 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £450 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Douglas Laing Old Particular Double Pack
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Douglas Laing Old Particular Double Pack
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £450.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Douglas Laing Old Particular Double Pack
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£450 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 £450)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Douglas?
Douglas Laing Old Particular Double Pack is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Douglas Laing Old Particular Double Pack
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna