Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyClynelish
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV45.8%55.7%
Age30 yr21 yr
Price£79.95£103
Rating5.00/5

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner80/100
Value63/100

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £103.

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

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£103 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 Clynelish?

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodHoneyVanilla

Only Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11228) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedDried FruitCooked Fruit

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