Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs Ardmore 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 2884) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
Ardmore 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 2884) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Ardmore
£399
| Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | Ardmore 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 2884) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pittyvaich | Ardmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 56.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £350 | £398.71 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Ardmore 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 2884) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Ardmore 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 2884) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £399.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£350 vs £398.71)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 2884) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£398.71 vs £350)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 2884) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only Ardmore 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 2884) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)