Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod) vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

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

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod)Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
DistilleryGlen MorayWemyss Malts
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV43%46%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£41.95£43.9
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod) is better value at £42 vs £44.

For beginners: Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£41.95 vs £43.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£43.9 vs £41.95)

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod) 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.

Who should buy Velvet?

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod)

Cooked FruitHoneyVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Dried FruitChocolate

Where to buy

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod)

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

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