Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979

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

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyCrown Royal
Region
CountryScotlandCanada
TypeGrainBlended
ABV45.8%40%
Age30 yrNAS
Price£79.95£120
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value42/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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
  • +More affordable (£79.95 vs £120)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£120 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 Crown?

Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanillaToasted

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

Old Wood

Only Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979

Malt ExtractSherried

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