Port Askaig 17 Year Old vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Port Askaig 17 Year Old | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Askaig | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £54.4 | £38 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Askaig 17 Year Old
The Feathery Blended Malt
Port Askaig 17 Year Old
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 £54.
For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Port Askaig 17 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£54.4 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 £54.4)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Askaig 17 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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 Port Askaig 17 Year Old
Only The Feathery Blended Malt