North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 68601) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 68601) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
North British
£135
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
| North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 68601) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 49.6% | 48.8% |
| Age | 30 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £134.65 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 68601) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 68601) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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: North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 68601) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 68601) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£134.65 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 £134.65)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy North?
North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 68601) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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 North British 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 68601) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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