Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pittyvaich | Dalmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 59.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £350 | £300 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 is better value at £300 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 £300)
SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£300 vs £350)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — 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 SMWS?
SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988 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
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only SMWS 13.43 19 Year Old 1988