Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume VIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryTeelingThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%48.8%
Age12 yr11 yr
Price£107.95£66.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value46/100

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

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

Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V

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 better value at £67 vs £108.

For beginners: Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£107.95 vs £66.95)
  • 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
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £107.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Teeling?

Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V 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 Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaFragantSherried

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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