Inchgower 36 Year Old 1974 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 36 Year Old 1974 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Inchgower
★ 5.00
£100
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
| Inchgower 36 Year Old 1974 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.4% | 48.8% |
| Age | 36 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 36 Year Old 1974 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Inchgower 36 Year Old 1974 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 better value at £83 vs £100.
For beginners: Inchgower 36 Year Old 1974 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 36 Year Old 1974 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.95 vs £82.95)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £99.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 36 Year Old 1974 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
Only Inchgower 36 Year Old 1974 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Inchgower 36 Year Old 1974 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange