Kilbeggan Single Grain vs The Feathery Blended Malt

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

Kilbeggan Single GrainThe Feathery Blended Malt
DistilleryKilbegganSpencerfield Spirit Co
RegionOther Scotch
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£35.7£38
Rating3.25/55.00/5

Kilbeggan Single Grain

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value91/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

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

Kilbeggan Single Grain

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.25).

Kilbeggan Single Grain is better value at £36 vs £38.

For beginners: Kilbeggan Single Grain is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Kilbeggan Single Grain

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£35.7 vs £38)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.3 vs 5.0)

The Feathery Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£38 vs £35.7)

Who should buy Kilbeggan?

Kilbeggan Single Grain 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 Kilbeggan Single Grain

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitChocolateNutty

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