Bell's Original vs Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old – Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bell's Original
Bell's
★ 2.75
£19
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old – Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£16
| Bell's Original | Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old – Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bell's | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 47.7% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £18.75 | £16.03 |
| Rating | 2.75/5 | — |
Bell's Original
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old – Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Bell's Original
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old – Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Quick verdict
Bell's Original is rated higher (2.75 vs 0.00).
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old – Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) is better value at £16 vs £19.
For beginners: Bell's Original is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bell's Original
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (2.8/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£18.75 vs £16.03)
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old – Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£16.03 vs £18.75)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 2.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bell's?
Bell's Original suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Japanese?
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old – Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Bell's Original
Only Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old – Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)