Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter vs Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Locke's
★ 5.00
£50
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyburn
★ 5.00
£47
| Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter | Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Locke's | Speyburn |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 49.5% |
| Age | 8 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £50.45 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £47 vs £50.
For beginners: Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£50.45 vs £46.95)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £50.45)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Locke's?
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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