Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2007 vs Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2007
Aberlour
★ 3.95
£80
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£55
| Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2007 | Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 45.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £79.99 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 3.95/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2007
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2007
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.95).
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £55 vs £80.
For beginners: Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2007 is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2007
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.99 vs £54.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.9 vs 5.0)
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£54.95 vs £79.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2007 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Single?
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 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 Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2007
Only Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2007
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange