Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l vs Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5lSpeyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGrant'sSpeyburn
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%49.5%
AgeNAS7 yr
Price£39.95£46.95
Rating2.80/55.00/5

Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value70/100

Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.80).

Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l is better value at £40 vs £47.

For beginners: Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £46.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (2.8 vs 5.0)

Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£46.95 vs £39.95)

Who should buy Grant's?

Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l 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 Speyburn?

Speyburn 7 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 Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyMalt Extract

Only Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Toasted

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