Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balblair
£50
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
Sliabh Liag
★ 5.00
£38
| Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Sliabh Liag |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 49.7% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £37.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
Quick verdict
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is better value at £38 vs £50.
For beginners: The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £37.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£37.95 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 9 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 Highland character.
Who should buy The?
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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Only Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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Where to buy
Balblair 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange