Whistlepig 10 Year Old - Drinks By The Dram Exclusive vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Whistlepig 10 Year Old - Drinks By The Dram Exclusive
WhistlePig
★ 4.50
£105
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
| Whistlepig 10 Year Old - Drinks By The Dram Exclusive | Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | WhistlePig | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.3% | 48.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £105 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Whistlepig 10 Year Old - Drinks By The Dram Exclusive
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Whistlepig 10 Year Old - Drinks By The Dram Exclusive
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £83 vs £105.
For beginners: Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Whistlepig 10 Year Old - Drinks By The Dram Exclusive
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£105 vs £82.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
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 £105)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Whistlepig?
Whistlepig 10 Year Old - Drinks By The Dram Exclusive 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.
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.
Tasting notes
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Only Whistlepig 10 Year Old - Drinks By The Dram Exclusive
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