Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 5391 (Bladnoch)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 5391 (Bladnoch)
Caol Ila
£78
| Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 5391 (Bladnoch) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 52% |
| Age | 23 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £77.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 5391 (Bladnoch)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 5391 (Bladnoch)
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 5391 (Bladnoch) is better value at £78 vs £83.
For beginners: Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £77.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 5391 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£77.95 vs £82.95)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 5391 (Bladnoch) 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
Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 5391 (Bladnoch)
Where to buy
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 5391 (Bladnoch)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange