Michter's US*1 Straight Rye vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Michter's US*1 Straight Rye
Michter's Distillery
★ 4.65
£58
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
| Michter's US*1 Straight Rye | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Michter's Distillery | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 42.4% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £57.95 | £38 |
| Rating | 4.65/5 | 5.00/5 |
Michter's US*1 Straight Rye
The Feathery Blended Malt
Michter's US*1 Straight Rye
The Feathery Blended Malt
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.65).
The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £58.
For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Michter's US*1 Straight Rye
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.95 vs £38)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 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 affordable (£38 vs £57.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Michter's?
Michter's US*1 Straight Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
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
Only Michter's US*1 Straight Rye
Only The Feathery Blended Malt