Campbeltown 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

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

Campbeltown 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyThe Gauldrons
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV52.3%50%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£48.95£59.5
Rating5.00/5

Campbeltown 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value84/100

Campbeltown 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Campbeltown 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £49 vs £60.

For beginners: The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Campbeltown 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£48.95 vs £59.5)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.3%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.5 vs £48.95)

Who should buy Campbeltown?

Campbeltown 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 The?

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Campbeltown 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

OilyKipperyMedicinal

Only The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

SherriedChocolateDried FruitToasted

Explore more