Speyside #4 23 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.

Speyside #4 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyWhistlePig
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV45.7%43%
Age23 yr12 yr
Price£153.95£124
Rating5.00/5

Speyside #4 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value40/100

Speyside #4 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is better value at £124 vs £154.

For beginners: WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Speyside #4 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£153.95 vs £124)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Speyside?

Speyside #4 23 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 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

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only Speyside #4 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractOld WoodToasted

Only WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

SherriedDried Fruit

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