Lismore 8 Year Old vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

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

Lismore 8 Year OldVelvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
DistilleryLismoreWemyss Malts
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£32.5£43.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Lismore 8 Year Old

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

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

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

Lismore 8 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lismore 8 Year Old is better value at £33 vs £44.

For beginners: Lismore 8 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Lismore 8 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£32.5 vs £43.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£43.9 vs £32.5)

Who should buy Lismore?

Lismore 8 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

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

Only Lismore 8 Year Old

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaFresh FruitToasted

Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

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