Old Perth 46 Year Old 1971 vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Old Perth 46 Year Old 1971 | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Pittyvaich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.9% | 43% |
| Age | 46 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £295 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Perth 46 Year Old 1971
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Old Perth 46 Year Old 1971
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Perth 46 Year Old 1971 is better value at £295 vs £350.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Old Perth 46 Year Old 1971
Pros
- +More affordable (£295 vs £350)
- +Longer maturation (46 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £295)
Who should buy Old?
Old Perth 46 Year Old 1971 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
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
Only Old Perth 46 Year Old 1971
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna