Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
£40
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
| Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 5 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £38 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
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 £40.
For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£39.95 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 £39.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Peatside?
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Only The Feathery Blended Malt