Blended Grain 44 Year Old 1976 (Thompson Bros.) vs Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Grain 44 Year Old 1976 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£220
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£199
| Blended Grain 44 Year Old 1976 (Thompson Bros.) | Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 44.8% | 40% |
| Age | 44 yr | NAS |
| Price | £220 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blended Grain 44 Year Old 1976 (Thompson Bros.)
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Blended Grain 44 Year Old 1976 (Thompson Bros.)
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s is better value at £199 vs £220.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Blended Grain 44 Year Old 1976 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£220 vs £199)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£199 vs £220)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Grain 44 Year Old 1976 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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