Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2009 (cask AB920) – Hidden Spirits vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2009 (cask AB920) – Hidden SpiritsBlended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryAberfeldyThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV53.3%48.8%
Age11 yr23 yr
Price£93.95£82.95
Rating5.00/5

Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2009 (cask AB920) – Hidden Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

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

Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2009 (cask AB920) – Hidden Spirits

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 £94.

For beginners: Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2009 (cask AB920) – Hidden Spirits

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£93.95 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 £93.95)
  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Aberfeldy?

Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2009 (cask AB920) – Hidden Spirits is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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

Both taste of

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToasted

Only Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2009 (cask AB920) – Hidden Spirits

Fresh Fruit

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

Old Wood

Where to buy

Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2009 (cask AB920) – Hidden Spirits

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

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