Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks Single Traditional Blended Rum vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks Single Traditional Blended Rum
Appleton
£50
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks Single Traditional Blended Rum | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Appleton | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £49.75 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks Single Traditional Blended Rum
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks Single Traditional Blended Rum
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).
Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks Single Traditional Blended Rum is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks Single Traditional Blended Rum is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks Single Traditional Blended Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£49.75 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 £49.75)
Who should buy Appleton?
Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks Single Traditional Blended Rum 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
Only Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks Single Traditional Blended Rum
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)