Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Speyside #1 50 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725

Speyside #1 50 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 4.20
£610
| Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Speyside #1 50 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 48.6% |
| Age | 24 yr | 50 yr |
| Price | £724.95 | £609.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.20/5 |
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyside #1 50 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyside #1 50 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.20).
Speyside #1 50 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £610 vs £725.
For beginners: Speyside #1 50 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£724.95 vs £609.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Speyside #1 50 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£609.95 vs £724.95)
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 24 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 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 Islay character.
Who should buy Speyside?
Speyside #1 50 Year Old - Batch 1 (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
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Speyside #1 50 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)