Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Glen Scotia
£68
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
| Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) | Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.8% |
| Age | 17 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £68.37 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
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 0.00).
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) is better value at £68 vs £83.
For beginners: Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£68.37 vs £82.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £68.37)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
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
Only Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange