Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary
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
Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary
Balmenach
£125
| Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Balmenach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.2% | 43% |
| Age | 14 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £76.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary
Quick verdict
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £77 vs £125.
For beginners: Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£76.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £76.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Balmenach?
Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary