Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£100
Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aberlour
★ 4.50
£95
| Famous Grouse Highland Decanter | Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Aberlour |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 51% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £94.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £95 vs £100.
For beginners: Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.99 vs £94.95)
Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£94.95 vs £99.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Famous?
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter 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.
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Only Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Only Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)