Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV45.8%54.6%
Age30 yr22 yr
Price£79.95£124.95
Rating5.00/54.00/5

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

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

Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner45/100
Value32/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £80 vs £125.

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

Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£124.95 vs £79.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Highland?

Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

Old WoodHoney

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

VanillaToasted

Only Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedDried FruitNutty

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