Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch WhiskyBlended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryCaol IlaThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%48.8%
AgeNAS23 yr
Price£59.75£82.95
Rating5.00/5

Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value60/100

Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £60 vs £83.

For beginners: Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£59.75 vs £82.95)

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£82.95 vs £59.75)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Caol?

Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Both taste of

Malt Extract

Only Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokeyMedicinalFresh Fruit

Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodHoneyVanillaToasted

Where to buy

Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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