Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Peated Knockdhu 18 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky

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

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Peated Knockdhu 18 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyKnockdhu
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV45.8%58.9%
Age30 yr18 yr
Price£79.95£119.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Peated Knockdhu 18 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Peated Knockdhu 18 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky

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 £120.

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

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Peated Knockdhu 18 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£119.95 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 Peated?

Peated Knockdhu 18 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky 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

Old Wood

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

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Peated Knockdhu 18 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinal

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