Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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
Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Loch Lomond
£120
| Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 62.4% |
| Age | 23 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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 £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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £120)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (62.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 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 Inchmoan?
Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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)
Only Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Where to buy
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange