Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Balmenach 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 150012) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£55
Balmenach 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 150012) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Balmenach
£46
| Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Balmenach 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 150012) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Balmenach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.7% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £54.95 | £46.33 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balmenach 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 150012) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balmenach 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 150012) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balmenach 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 150012) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is better value at £46 vs £55.
For beginners: Balmenach 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 150012) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £46.33)
Balmenach 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 150012) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£46.33 vs £54.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Single?
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 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 Single Malt character.
Who should buy Balmenach?
Balmenach 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 150012) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Balmenach 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 150012) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)