Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

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

Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
DistilleryMurray McDavidWemyss Malts
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£44.95£43.9
Rating5.00/5

Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

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

Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

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: Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£44.95 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 £44.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Trom?

Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) 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

Dried FruitSherried

Only Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

SmokeyFresh FruitCooked Fruit

Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Chocolate

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