Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Balblair 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£77
Balblair 18 Year Old
Balblair
★ 5.00
£124
| Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Balblair 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Balblair |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.2% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £76.95 | £123.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balblair 18 Year Old
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balblair 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £77 vs £124.
For beginners: Balblair 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£76.95 vs £123.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
Balblair 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£123.5 vs £76.95)
Who should buy Tennessee?
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (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.
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 18 Year Old 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.
Tasting notes
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