Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Aberlour
£81
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
| Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.5% | 48.8% |
| Age | 20 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £81.08 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £81 vs £83.
For beginners: Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£81.08 vs £82.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £81.08)
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
Only Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange