Slipknot No.9 Whiskey vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Slipknot No.9 Whiskey
Slipknot
★ 4.85
£63
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Slipknot No.9 Whiskey | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Slipknot | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £62.69 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.85/5 | 5.00/5 |
Slipknot No.9 Whiskey
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Slipknot No.9 Whiskey
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 4.85).
Slipknot No.9 Whiskey is better value at £63 vs £67.
For beginners: Slipknot No.9 Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Slipknot No.9 Whiskey
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£62.69 vs £66.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.9 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £62.69)
Who should buy Slipknot?
Slipknot No.9 Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Slipknot No.9 Whiskey
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)