Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery vs Peatside 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£49
Peatside 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£49
| Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery | Peatside 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55% |
| Age | NAS | 5 yr |
| Price | £49.05 | £48.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery
Peatside 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery
Peatside 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Peatside 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £49 vs £49.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.05 vs £48.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Peatside 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£48.95 vs £49.05)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Peatside?
Peatside 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery
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