Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Smögen 8 Year Old 2011
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
Smögen 8 Year Old 2011
Smögen
£102
| Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Smögen 8 Year Old 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Smögen |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 57.8% |
| Age | 30 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £101.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Smögen 8 Year Old 2011
Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Smögen 8 Year Old 2011
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 £102.
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Smögen 8 Year Old 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£101.95 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 Smögen?
Smögen 8 Year Old 2011 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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