The Speysiders 10 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

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

The Speysiders 10 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
DistilleryMurray McDavidWemyss Malts
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£45.09£43.9
Rating5.00/5

The Speysiders 10 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

The Speysiders 10 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is better value at £44 vs £45.

For beginners: The Speysiders 10 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

The Speysiders 10 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.09 vs £43.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£43.9 vs £45.09)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy The?

The Speysiders 10 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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

Both taste of

SherriedDried Fruit

Only The Speysiders 10 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)

HoneyToastedVanilla

Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Chocolate

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