Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Tribute vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The TributeBlended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlenmorangieThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV43%48.8%
Age16 yr23 yr
Price£99.9£82.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Tribute

Smoke64/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner80/100
Value50/100

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value60/100

Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Tribute

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £83 vs £100.

For beginners: Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Tribute is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Tribute

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£99.9 vs £82.95)

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£82.95 vs £99.9)
  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 16 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Tribute 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 Blended?

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Tribute

CitricSmokeyFresh Fruit

Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodMalt ExtractToasted

Where to buy

Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Tribute

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Explore more