Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Teeling Small Batch Dot Brew IPA Finish

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

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Teeling Small Batch Dot Brew IPA Finish
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyTeeling
Region
CountryIrelandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV45.7%46%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£54.95£39.5
Rating5.00/5

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

Teeling Small Batch Dot Brew IPA Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling Small Batch Dot Brew IPA Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Teeling Small Batch Dot Brew IPA Finish is better value at £40 vs £55.

For beginners: Teeling Small Batch Dot Brew IPA Finish is more approachable (90/100 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 £39.5)

Teeling Small Batch Dot Brew IPA Finish

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.5 vs £54.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 Teeling?

Teeling Small Batch Dot Brew IPA Finish 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

Yeasty

Only Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractHoneyToasted

Only Teeling Small Batch Dot Brew IPA Finish

CitricFresh FruitVanilla

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