Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyCaol Ila
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age23 yrNAS
Price£82.95£59.75
Rating5.00/5

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value60/100

Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £60 vs £83.

For beginners: Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (65/100 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 £59.75)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£59.75 vs £82.95)

Cons

  • 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 Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt Extract

Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodHoneyVanillaToasted

Only Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokeyMedicinalFresh Fruit

Where to buy

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Caol Ila Moch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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