Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
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
Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Strathclyde
£124
| Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Strathclyde |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Grain |
| ABV | 45.8% | 45% |
| Age | 30 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £123.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
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 £124.
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
Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 30 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£123.95 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 Strathclyde?
Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)