Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Bruichladdich
£258
| Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pittyvaich | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 58.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £350 | £257.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £258 vs £350.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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 £257.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£257.5 vs £350)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only Port Charlotte 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 1774) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)