North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.) vs Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£35
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyburn
★ 5.00
£47
| North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.) | Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Speyburn |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.4% | 49.5% |
| Age | 8 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £34.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £35 vs £47.
For beginners: North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £46.95)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £34.95)
Who should buy North?
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.) 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
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