Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask

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

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyLoch Lomond
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%61.4%
Age23 yr4 yr
Price£82.95£61.75
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask is better value at £62 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 4 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£82.95 vs £61.75)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£61.75 vs £82.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Inchfad?

Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask 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

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

Old WoodHoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask

SmokeyMedicinalLeatheryTobacco

Where to buy

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

Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask

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