The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 vs Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

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

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
DistilleryThe Oxford Artisan DistilleryDecadent Drinks
Region
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV46.3%45.1%
AgeNAS23 yr
Price£95£126.06
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner60/100
Value53/100

Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner50/100
Value40/100

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is better value at £95 vs £126.

For beginners: The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£95 vs £126.06)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£126.06 vs £95)

Who should buy The?

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Who should buy Blended?

Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

Fresh FruitHoneyVegetativeYeasty

Only Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

SmokeySherriedDried Fruit

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