Bushmills Original (1L) vs Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Bushmills Original (1L)Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBushmillsSpeyburn
RegionSpeyside
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%49.5%
AgeNAS7 yr
Price£38.97£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Bushmills Original (1L)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Bushmills Original (1L)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bushmills Original (1L) is better value at £39 vs £47.

For beginners: Bushmills Original (1L) is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Bushmills Original (1L)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38.97 vs £46.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£46.95 vs £38.97)

Who should buy Bushmills?

Bushmills Original (1L) 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 Speyburn?

Speyburn 7 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 Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

Only Bushmills Original (1L)

CitricYeasty

Only Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitToasted

Where to buy

Bushmills Original (1L)

Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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