Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1998 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) vs Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1998 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlen MorayThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55.8%45.7%
Age17 yr8 yr
Price£66.05£54.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1998 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1998 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £55 vs £66.

For beginners: Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1998 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (17 vs 8 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£66.05 vs £54.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£54.95 vs £66.05)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1998 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) 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 Single?

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 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 Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1998 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

VanillaOld Wood

Only Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Yeasty

Where to buy

Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1998 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

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