Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
InchDairnie
£57
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
| Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | InchDairnie | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | Lowland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 59.8% | 40% |
| Age | 4 yr | NAS |
| Price | £56.5 | £38 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £57.
For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£56.5 vs £38)
- −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 affordable (£38 vs £56.5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Finglassie?
Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) 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 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
Only Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Only The Feathery Blended Malt