Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask vs Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single CaskSingle Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThe Glasgow Distillery Co.That Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV61.5%45.7%
Age6 yr8 yr
Price£68.95£54.95
Rating5.00/5

Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £55 vs £69.

For beginners: Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (61.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£68.95 vs £54.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£54.95 vs £68.95)
  • +Longer maturation (8 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Glasgow?

Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask 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.

Who should buy Single?

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 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 Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedMalt Extract

Only Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask

SmokeyNew Wood

Only Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

YeastyHoney

Where to buy

Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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