Kopke 2001 Colheita Port vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Kopke 2001 Colheita PortIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryKopkeThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£49.95£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Kopke 2001 Colheita Port

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

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

Kopke 2001 Colheita Port

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 0.00).

Kopke 2001 Colheita Port is better value at £50 vs £67.

For beginners: Kopke 2001 Colheita Port is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Kopke 2001 Colheita Port

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£49.95 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.95)

Who should buy Kopke?

Kopke 2001 Colheita Port suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only Kopke 2001 Colheita Port

SherriedToastedNutty

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

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

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