Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Vega 23 Year Old 1993 - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£37
Vega 23 Year Old 1993 - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£47
| Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Vega 23 Year Old 1993 - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Canada | Scotland |
| Type | Corn | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 51.1% |
| Age | 8 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £36.95 | £46.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Vega 23 Year Old 1993 - North Star Spirits
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Vega 23 Year Old 1993 - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £37 vs £47.
For beginners: Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.95 vs £46.75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Vega 23 Year Old 1993 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£46.75 vs £36.95)
Who should buy Canadian?
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
Who should buy Vega?
Vega 23 Year Old 1993 - North Star Spirits suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Vega 23 Year Old 1993 - North Star Spirits