Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Darkness
★ 4.83
£70
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.4% | 48.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £69.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.83/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.83).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £70.
For beginners: Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £69.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tennessee?
Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 Islay?
Islay #4 11 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.
Tasting notes
Only Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)