Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

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

Blended Grain Whisky 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyStrathclyde
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainGrain
ABV45.8%45%
Age30 yr35 yr
Price£79.95£123.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

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 £124.

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

Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 30 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£123.95 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 Strathclyde?

Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

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

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Strathclyde 35 Year Old 1990 (cask 21841) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

Malt ExtractOilySandy

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