Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory) vs Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)
Loch Lomond
★ 3.00
£40
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£55
| Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory) | Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 45.7% |
| Age | 20 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £40.13 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £55.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£40.13 vs £54.95)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 8 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £40.13)
Who should buy Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory) 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 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
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