Aberlour 5 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 5 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Aberlour
£135
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
| Aberlour 5 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £135 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 5 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aberlour 5 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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).
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £83 vs £135.
For beginners: Aberlour 5 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 5 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£135 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 £135)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 5 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 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 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 5 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Where to buy
Aberlour 5 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange