Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Auchentoshan 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 4204) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£80
Auchentoshan 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 4204) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Auchentoshan
£115
| Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Auchentoshan 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 4204) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Auchentoshan |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 55.7% |
| Age | 30 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £114.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Auchentoshan 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 4204) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Auchentoshan 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 4204) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £80 vs £115.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Auchentoshan 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 4204) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£114.95 vs £79.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 4204) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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
Only Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Auchentoshan 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 4204) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Where to buy
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Auchentoshan 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 4204) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange