Orkney's Finest 8 Year Old 2014 - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing) vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Orkney's Finest 8 Year Old 2014 - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing)
Orkney Distilling
£45
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
| Orkney's Finest 8 Year Old 2014 - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing) | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Orkney Distilling | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £45 | £38 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Orkney's Finest 8 Year Old 2014 - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Orkney's Finest 8 Year Old 2014 - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £45.
For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Orkney's Finest 8 Year Old 2014 - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£45 vs £38)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £45)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Orkney's?
Orkney's Finest 8 Year Old 2014 - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing) 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 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 Orkney's Finest 8 Year Old 2014 - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing)
Only The Feathery Blended Malt