Glenrothes 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 18603212) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenrothes 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 18603212) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glenrothes
£110
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
| Glenrothes 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 18603212) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 42.8% | 48.8% |
| Age | 14 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £110 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenrothes 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 18603212) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenrothes 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 18603212) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £83 vs £110.
For beginners: Glenrothes 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 18603212) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenrothes 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 18603212) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£110 vs £82.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £110)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenrothes?
Glenrothes 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 18603212) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Malt #1 23 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 Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Glenrothes 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 18603212) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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