Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balblair
£50
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£48
| Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Epicurean Glasgow Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | The Epicurean |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 49.7% | 58.6% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £47.89 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Quick verdict
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is better value at £48 vs £50.
For beginners: Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £47.89)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.89 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy The?
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange