Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company vs Quinta do Noval Nacional 2004 Port

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

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky CompanyQuinta do Noval Nacional 2004 Port
DistilleryThe Character of Islay Whisky CompanyQuinta do Noval
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46.3%40%
Age33 yrNAS
Price£399.95£595
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Quinta do Noval Nacional 2004 Port

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quinta do Noval Nacional 2004 Port

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is better value at £400 vs £595.

For beginners: Quinta do Noval Nacional 2004 Port is more approachable (70/100 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)
  • +More affordable (£399.95 vs £595)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Quinta do Noval Nacional 2004 Port

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£595 vs £399.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Quinta?

Quinta do Noval Nacional 2004 Port suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

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

SmokeyOld WoodMedicinal

Only Quinta do Noval Nacional 2004 Port

NuttyTobaccoCooked Fruit

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