Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Jamaica Pot Still 2005 / 17 Year Old / Kill Devil

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

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Jamaica Pot Still 2005 / 17 Year Old / Kill Devil
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyKill Devil
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age23 yrNAS
Price£82.95£134
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Jamaica Pot Still 2005 / 17 Year Old / Kill Devil

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jamaica Pot Still 2005 / 17 Year Old / Kill Devil

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £134.

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 £134)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Jamaica Pot Still 2005 / 17 Year Old / Kill Devil

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£134 vs £82.95)
  • 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 Jamaica?

Jamaica Pot Still 2005 / 17 Year Old / Kill Devil suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

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

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only Jamaica Pot Still 2005 / 17 Year Old / Kill Devil

KipperyTobacco

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