Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1983 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
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 28 Year Old 1983 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Caol Ila
£118
| Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1983 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 54.2% |
| Age | 23 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £118.49 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1983 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1983 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £83 vs £118.
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 affordable (£82.95 vs £118.49)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1983 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 23 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£118.49 vs £82.95)
- −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 28 Year Old 1983 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) 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
Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1983 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)