Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs North British 13 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)North British 13 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyNorth British
Region
CountryCanadaScotland
TypeCornGrain
ABV45.8%50.3%
Age8 yr13 yr
Price£36.95£29.95
Rating5.00/54.82/5

Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

North British 13 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 13 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.82).

North British 13 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £37.

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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£36.95 vs £29.95)

North British 13 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£29.95 vs £36.95)
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)

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 North?

North British 13 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoneyNew WoodFresh Fruit

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

Cooked Mash

Only North British 13 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Malt Extract

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