Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 88" Bons Bois

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

Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 88" Bons Bois
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyVallein-Tercinier
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age23 yrNAS
Price£82.95£125
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 88" Bons Bois

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 88" Bons Bois

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 £125.

For beginners: Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 88" Bons Bois is more approachable (85/100 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 £125)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 88" Bons Bois

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£125 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 Vallein?

Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 88" Bons Bois is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

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

Old WoodVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 88" Bons Bois

Dried FruitCitricChocolate

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