Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3268) - 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)Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3268) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlen Elgin
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV45.8%49.2%
Age30 yr23 yr
Price£79.95£117.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3268) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3268) - 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 £118.

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

Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3268) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£117.95 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 Glen?

Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3268) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodHoneyVanillaToasted

Only Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3268) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Malt Extract

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