Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£60
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
| Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 40% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £59.9 | £38 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
The Feathery Blended Malt
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
The Feathery Blended Malt
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £60.
For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.9 vs £38)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£38 vs £59.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Old?
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
Only The Feathery Blended Malt