That Boutique-y Whisky Company Greatest Hits Of Whisky Vol. 1 Batch 2 vs Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Greatest Hits Of Whisky Vol. 1 Batch 2
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£103
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£140
| That Boutique-y Whisky Company Greatest Hits Of Whisky Vol. 1 Batch 2 | Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.6% | 57.4% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £102.95 | £139.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Greatest Hits Of Whisky Vol. 1 Batch 2
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Greatest Hits Of Whisky Vol. 1 Batch 2
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Greatest Hits Of Whisky Vol. 1 Batch 2 is better value at £103 vs £140.
For beginners: That Boutique-y Whisky Company Greatest Hits Of Whisky Vol. 1 Batch 2 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Greatest Hits Of Whisky Vol. 1 Batch 2
Pros
- +More affordable (£102.95 vs £139.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £102.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy That?
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Greatest Hits Of Whisky Vol. 1 Batch 2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
Tasting notes
Only That Boutique-y Whisky Company Greatest Hits Of Whisky Vol. 1 Batch 2
Only Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)