Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company vs The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 10
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
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 10
The Blended Whisky Company
★ 4.29
£356
| Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Character of Islay Whisky Company | The Blended Whisky Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46.3% | 51% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399.95 | £355.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.29/5 |
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 10
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 10
Quick verdict
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.29).
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 10 is better value at £356 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)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399.95 vs £355.95)
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 10
Pros
- +More affordable (£355.95 vs £399.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −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 The?
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 10 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
Only Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Only The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 10