The Feathery Blended Malt vs Tullibardine 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

The Feathery Blended MaltTullibardine 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistillerySpencerfield Spirit CoTullibardine
RegionOther ScotchHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%50.5%
AgeNAS9 yr
Price£38£49.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Feathery Blended Malt

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

Tullibardine 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullibardine 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £50.

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

The Feathery Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38 vs £49.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tullibardine 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £38)

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.

Who should buy Tullibardine?

Tullibardine 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

Both taste of

Honey

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitChocolateNutty

Only Tullibardine 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

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