Inchdairnie Kinglassie Double Matured 2017 / 8 Year Old Lowland Whisky vs Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Inchdairnie Kinglassie Double Matured 2017 / 8 Year Old Lowland WhiskyBlended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryInchdairnieThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeGrain
ABV40%45.8%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£74.95£79.95
Rating5.00/5

Inchdairnie Kinglassie Double Matured 2017 / 8 Year Old Lowland Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner80/100
Value63/100

Inchdairnie Kinglassie Double Matured 2017 / 8 Year Old Lowland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Inchdairnie Kinglassie Double Matured 2017 / 8 Year Old Lowland Whisky is better value at £75 vs £80.

For beginners: Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Inchdairnie Kinglassie Double Matured 2017 / 8 Year Old Lowland Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£74.95 vs £79.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £74.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Inchdairnie?

Inchdairnie Kinglassie Double Matured 2017 / 8 Year Old Lowland 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 Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only Inchdairnie Kinglassie Double Matured 2017 / 8 Year Old Lowland Whisky

SmokeySherriedMalt ExtractVegetativeDried Fruit

Only Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodHoneyVanillaToasted

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