Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyThe Epicurean
RegionLowland
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV45.7%56.8%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£54.95£79.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner40/100
Value63/100

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £55 vs £80.

For beginners: Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£54.95 vs £79.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £54.95)

Who should buy Single?

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 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 Single Malt character.

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 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

Malt ExtractHoneyToasted

Only Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Yeasty

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

VanillaNutty

Where to buy

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

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