Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
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
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Craigellachie
£75
| Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 50% |
| Age | 23 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £74.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £75 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)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 15 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £74.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£74.95 vs £82.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Where to buy
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange