Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
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
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£50
| Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Canada | Scotland |
| Type | Corn | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 56.1% |
| Age | 8 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £36.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Quick verdict
Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £37 vs £50.
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 £49.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Pros
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 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 Glen?
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021