Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Nantou 5 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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
Nantou 5 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Nantou Distillery
£85
| Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Nantou 5 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Nantou Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Taiwan |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 52% |
| Age | 30 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £84.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Nantou 5 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Nantou 5 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 £85.
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
Nantou 5 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£84.95 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 Nantou?
Nantou 5 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Only Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Nantou 5 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)