Smokey Joe Islay Malt vs Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Smokey Joe Islay Malt
Smokey Joe
★ 3.92
£44
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyburn
★ 5.00
£47
| Smokey Joe Islay Malt | Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smokey Joe | Speyburn |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 49.5% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £43.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 3.92/5 | 5.00/5 |
Smokey Joe Islay Malt
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Smokey Joe Islay Malt
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.92).
Smokey Joe Islay Malt is better value at £44 vs £47.
For beginners: Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Smokey Joe Islay Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£43.95 vs £46.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 vs 5.0)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £43.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Smokey?
Smokey Joe Islay Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Speyburn?
Speyburn 7 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 Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Smokey Joe Islay Malt
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange