Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£43
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Wemyss Malts
★ 5.00
£44
| Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Wemyss Malts |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 46% |
| Age | 5 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £43.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Quick verdict
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £43 vs £44.
For beginners: Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £43.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.9 vs £42.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Staoisha?
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) 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 Velvet?
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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