Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company vs Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Character of Islay Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£400
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
William Grant
★ 4.33
£299
| Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Character of Islay Whisky Company | William Grant |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 40% |
| Age | 33 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £399.95 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
Quick verdict
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old is better value at £299 vs £400.
For beginners: Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 20 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399.95 vs £299)
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Fiona?
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Hazelwood?
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old 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.
Tasting notes
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