Bourbon Whiskey #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bourbon Whiskey #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 4.53
£200
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Banff
★ 5.00
£265
| Bourbon Whiskey #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Banff |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 41.8% |
| Age | 24 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £265.32 |
| Rating | 4.53/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bourbon Whiskey #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Bourbon Whiskey #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.53).
Bourbon Whiskey #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 vs £265.
For beginners: Bourbon Whiskey #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bourbon Whiskey #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£199.95 vs £265.32)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 24 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£265.32 vs £199.95)
Who should buy Bourbon?
Bourbon Whiskey #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Banff?
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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