Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Nikka Coffey Malt WhiskyIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryNikkaThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV45%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£60.95£66.95
Rating4.26/55.00/5

Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner65/100
Value70/100

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.26).

Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky is better value at £61 vs £67.

For beginners: Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +More affordable (£60.95 vs £66.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £60.95)

Who should buy Nikka?

Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky 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 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 Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky

ToastedFresh FruitMalt ExtractHoneyOily

Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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