Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) vs The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

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

Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
DistilleryDecadent DrinksThe Oxford Artisan Distillery
Region
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlended MaltRye
ABV45.1%46.3%
Age23 yrNAS
Price£126.06£95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner50/100
Value40/100

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner60/100
Value53/100

Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is better value at £95 vs £126.

For beginners: The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£126.06 vs £95)

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£95 vs £126.06)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Blended?

Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) 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 The?

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Blended Malt 23 Year Old 2001 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

SmokeySherriedDried Fruit

Only The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1

Fresh FruitHoneyVegetativeYeasty

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