Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Yoichi
★ 5.00
£299
| Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pittyvaich | Yoichi |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £350 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Quick verdict
Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018) is better value at £299 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299 vs £350)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Yoichi?
Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only Yoichi Sherry Wood Finish (bottled 2018)