Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
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
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Lagavulin
£132
| Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 56.5% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £131.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
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 £132.
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 £131.5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£131.5 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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025) 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 Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Where to buy
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange