Springbank 18 Year Old vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 18 Year Old
Springbank
★ 4.40
£120
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
| Springbank 18 Year Old | Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £120 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 4.40/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 18 Year Old
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank 18 Year Old
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.40).
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £83 vs £120.
For beginners: Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Springbank 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £82.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £120)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Malt #1 23 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 Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 18 Year Old
Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Springbank 18 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange