Midleton Very Rare 2021 vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Midleton Very Rare 2021
Midleton
★ 4.00
£399
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Midleton Very Rare 2021 | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Pittyvaich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £399 | £350 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Midleton Very Rare 2021
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Midleton Very Rare 2021
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £399.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 2021 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare 2021
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £350)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£350 vs £399)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 2021 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 Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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