Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal vs Laphroaig 20 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) - Bottle Number 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£399
Laphroaig 20 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) - Bottle Number 1
Laphroaig
£360
| Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal | Laphroaig 20 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) - Bottle Number 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Laphroaig |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.8% | 49.9% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £399 | £359.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Laphroaig 20 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) - Bottle Number 1
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Laphroaig 20 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) - Bottle Number 1
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 20 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) - Bottle Number 1 is better value at £360 vs £399.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £359.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 20 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) - Bottle Number 1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£359.95 vs £399)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal 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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 20 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) - Bottle Number 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Only Laphroaig 20 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) - Bottle Number 1