Inchmurrin 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Loch Lomond
£122
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Kininvie
★ 5.00
£120
| Inchmurrin 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Kininvie |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 42.6% |
| Age | 22 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £121.95 | £120 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Quick verdict
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) is better value at £120 vs £122.
For beginners: Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 17 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£121.95 vs £120)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 22 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 Highland character.
Who should buy Kininvie?
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) 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.
Tasting notes
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