Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.33
£70
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 48.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £69.53 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old
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 4.33).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £70.
For beginners: Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£69.53 vs £66.95)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £69.53)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Old?
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 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.
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 Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)