Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar vs Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky CellarSingle Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryInchgowerThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55.7%45.7%
Age13 yr8 yr
Price£65.95£54.95
Rating5.00/5

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £55 vs £66.

For beginners: Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£65.95 vs £54.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£54.95 vs £65.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar 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 Single?

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 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 Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyOld Wood

Only Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

YeastyMalt ExtractHoney

Where to buy

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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