Bw6 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bw6 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch WhiskyBlended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBowmoreThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%48.8%
AgeNAS23 yr
Price£125£82.95
Rating5.00/5

Bw6 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value60/100

Bw6 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £83 vs £125.

For beginners: Bw6 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bw6 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£125 vs £82.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£82.95 vs £125)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bw6?

Bw6 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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

Only Bw6 - Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokeyFresh FruitCitricOilyMedicinal

Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodHoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

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