Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Craigellachie 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 13710) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 13710) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Craigellachie
£114
| Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Craigellachie 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 13710) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 51.5% |
| Age | 23 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £113.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 13710) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 13710) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £114.
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 £113.95)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Craigellachie 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 13710) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£113.95 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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 13710) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Craigellachie 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 13710) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)