Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1

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

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlen Scotia
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%54.1%
Age23 yr12 yr
Price£82.95£120
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner50/100
Value42/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £83 vs £120.

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
  • +More affordable (£82.95 vs £120)
  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£120 vs £82.95)

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 Glen?

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

Old WoodHoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1

SherriedSmokeyChocolateTobaccoOily

Where to buy

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

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1

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