Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company vs Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

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

Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky CompanyUndisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
DistilleryThe Character of Islay Whisky CompanyBerry Bros. & Rudd
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.3%48.9%
Age33 yr30 yr
Price£399.95£299
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is better value at £299 vs £400.

For beginners: Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is more approachable (55/100 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 30 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£399.95 vs £299)

Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

Pros

  • +More affordable (£299 vs £399.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 Undisclosed?

Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried Fruit

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

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Undisclosed Speyside 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 18002) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

SherriedTobacco

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