Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£850
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
| Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Ardbeg |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 48.1% |
| Age | 50 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £849.95 | £724.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £850.
For beginners: Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 24 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£849.95 vs £724.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£724.95 vs £849.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Speyside?
Speyside #1 50 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 Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 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 Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)