WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World vs Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
WhistlePig
★ 5.00
£124
Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Paul John
★ 4.50
£100
| WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World | Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | WhistlePig | Paul John |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | India |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £124 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £124.
For beginners: WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£124 vs £99.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £124)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Who should buy WhistlePig?
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World 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 Paul?
Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
Tasting notes
Only WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Only Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)