Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Famous Grouse Highland DecanterBlended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryFamous GrouseThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%48.8%
AgeNAS23 yr
Price£99.99£82.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value50/100

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

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

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter

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 better value at £83 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

Cons

  • More expensive (£99.99 vs £82.95)

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

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£82.95 vs £99.99)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 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 ExtractVanillaHoneyToasted

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

Old Wood

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