Paul John 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Paul John 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Paul John
★ 4.50
£98
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
WhistlePig
★ 5.00
£124
| Paul John 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Paul John | WhistlePig |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | India | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 52.9% | 43% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £97.95 | £124 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Paul John 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Paul John 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Quick verdict
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Paul John 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £98 vs £124.
For beginners: WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Paul John 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£97.95 vs £124)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£124 vs £97.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Paul?
Paul John 6 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.
Who should buy WhistlePig?
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World 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.
Tasting notes
Only Paul John 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World