Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Caol Ila 11 Year Old (Special Release 2024)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£80
Caol Ila 11 Year Old (Special Release 2024)
Caol Ila
£100
| Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Caol Ila 11 Year Old (Special Release 2024) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 57.3% |
| Age | 30 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £99.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old (Special Release 2024)
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old (Special Release 2024)
Quick verdict
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £80 vs £100.
For beginners: Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Caol Ila 11 Year Old (Special Release 2024)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.5 vs £79.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old (Special Release 2024) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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Only Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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Where to buy
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 11 Year Old (Special Release 2024)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange