Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Famous Grouse Highland DecanterBen Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryFamous GrouseBen Nevis
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%48.8%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£99.99£113.95
Rating5.00/5

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter

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

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is better value at £100 vs £114.

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)
  • +More affordable (£99.99 vs £113.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£113.95 vs £99.99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Ben?

Ben Nevis 22 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

Only Famous Grouse Highland Decanter

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToasted

Only Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedCooked FruitChocolateOld WoodDried Fruit

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