New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.8%) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.8%)
New Riff
£75
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.8%) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New Riff | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.8% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £74.9 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.8%)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.8%)
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 0.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £75.
For beginners: New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.8%) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.8%)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£74.9 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £74.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy New?
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.8%) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (51.8%)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)