Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company vs Islay (LA) 31 Year Old 1992 (cask 6776) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky CompanyIslay (LA) 31 Year Old 1992 (cask 6776) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryThe Character of Islay Whisky CompanySignatory
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.3%51.8%
Age33 yr31 yr
Price£399.95£389.95
Rating5.00/5

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value13/100

Islay (LA) 31 Year Old 1992 (cask 6776) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Islay (LA) 31 Year Old 1992 (cask 6776) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Islay (LA) 31 Year Old 1992 (cask 6776) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £390 vs £400.

For beginners: Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (33 vs 31 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£399.95 vs £389.95)

Islay (LA) 31 Year Old 1992 (cask 6776) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£389.95 vs £399.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Islay?

Islay (LA) 31 Year Old 1992 (cask 6776) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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

Both taste of

SmokeyOld Wood

Only Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Dried FruitMedicinal

Only Islay (LA) 31 Year Old 1992 (cask 6776) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedOily

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