Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Rock Town 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 508) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

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

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Rock Town 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 508) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyRock Town
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeGrainBourbon
ABV45.8%55.8%
Age30 yr4 yr
Price£79.95£123.23
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Rock Town 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 508) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rock Town 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 508) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £123.

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

Rock Town 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 508) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£123.23 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 Rock?

Rock Town 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 508) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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

VanillaToasted

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

Old WoodHoney

Only Rock Town 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 508) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

New WoodCitric

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