Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs Islay Mist 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
Islay Mist 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky
Islay Mist
£450
| Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | Islay Mist 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pittyvaich | Islay Mist |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £350 | £450 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Islay Mist 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Islay Mist 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky
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 £450.
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 £450)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay Mist 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 vs £350)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Islay?
Islay Mist 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only Islay Mist 8 Year Old / Bot.1970s Blended Scotch Whisky