Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 304336) (Adelphi) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 304336) (Adelphi)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryDailuaineThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.2%48.8%
Age13 yr11 yr
Price£81.95£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 304336) (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness76/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

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

Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 304336) (Adelphi)

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).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £82.

For beginners: Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 304336) (Adelphi) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 304336) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£81.95 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 £81.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Dailuaine?

Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 304336) (Adelphi) 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 Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 304336) (Adelphi)

SherriedHoneyVanillaChocolateOld Wood

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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