Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

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

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyFettercairn
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV45.8%51.9%
Age30 yr18 yr
Price£79.95£106.86
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner45/100
Value47/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £80 vs £107.

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

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
  • +More affordable (£79.95 vs £106.86)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£106.86 vs £79.95)

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.

Who should buy Fettercairn?

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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

Both taste of

HoneyVanillaToasted

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

Old Wood

Only Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Malt Extract

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