Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin vs The Feathery Blended Malt

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

Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands OriginThe Feathery Blended Malt
DistilleryJohnnie WalkerSpencerfield Spirit Co
RegionOther ScotchOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV42%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£51.95£38
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value96/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £52.

For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£51.95 vs £38)

The Feathery Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£38 vs £51.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Johnnie?

Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin 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 The?

The Feathery Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin

VanillaMalt ExtractToastedOld Wood

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitChocolateNutty

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