Kraken Black Spiced Rum vs The Feathery Blended Malt

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

Kraken Black Spiced RumThe Feathery Blended Malt
DistilleryKrakenSpencerfield Spirit Co
RegionOther Scotch
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£28.95£38
Rating5.00/5

Kraken Black Spiced Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

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

Kraken Black Spiced Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Kraken Black Spiced Rum is better value at £29 vs £38.

For beginners: Kraken Black Spiced Rum is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Kraken Black Spiced Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£28.95 vs £38)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£38 vs £28.95)

Who should buy Kraken?

Kraken Black Spiced Rum 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

Chocolate

Only Kraken Black Spiced Rum

VanillaToasted

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitHoneyNutty

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