Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 vs Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlenfiddichBushmills
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%45.8%
Age18 yr22 yr
Price£299£249.95
Rating5.00/5

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner85/100
Value17/100

Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £250 vs £299.

For beginners: Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£299 vs £249.95)

Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£249.95 vs £299)
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 18 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Glenfiddich?

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 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.

Who should buy Bushmills?

Bushmills 22 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

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