Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 314563B) - The Single Cask
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
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 314563B) - The Single Cask
Caol Ila
£104
| Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 314563B) - The Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 55.8% |
| Age | 30 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £104.41 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 314563B) - The Single Cask
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 314563B) - The Single Cask
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 £104.
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
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 314563B) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£104.41 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 314563B) - The Single Cask 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 Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 314563B) - The Single Cask