Strathclyde 13 Year Old 2001 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) vs The Feathery Blended Malt

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Strathclyde 13 Year Old 2001 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)The Feathery Blended Malt
DistilleryStrathclydeSpencerfield Spirit Co
RegionLowlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV64.4%40%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£39.95£38
Rating5.00/5

Strathclyde 13 Year Old 2001 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Strathclyde 13 Year Old 2001 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £40.

For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Strathclyde 13 Year Old 2001 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (64.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£39.95 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 £39.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Strathclyde?

Strathclyde 13 Year Old 2001 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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 Strathclyde 13 Year Old 2001 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)

Malt ExtractCooked MashHuskyToastedOily

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitChocolateHoneyNutty

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