Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2008 (cask CM304) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff) vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2008 (cask CM304) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlen MorayThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV54.1%48.8%
Age14 yr23 yr
Price£84.62£82.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2008 (cask CM304) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value60/100

Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2008 (cask CM304) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £83 vs £85.

For beginners: Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2008 (cask CM304) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£84.62 vs £82.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £84.62)
  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 14 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2008 (cask CM304) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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

Both taste of

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2008 (cask CM304) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)

Fresh Fruit

Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old Wood

Where to buy

Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2008 (cask CM304) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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