Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Craigellachie 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 207) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
Craigellachie 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 207) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Craigellachie
£76
| Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Craigellachie 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 207) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 55.7% |
| Age | 23 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £75.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 207) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 207) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 207) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £76 vs £83.
For beginners: Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
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 16 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £75.95)
Craigellachie 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 207) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£75.95 vs £82.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 207) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 16 Year Old 2009 (cask 207) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange