Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt
Liquid Sun
£86
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Liquid Sun | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 48.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £86.36 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt
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 £86.
For beginners: Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£86.36 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 £86.36)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Liquid?
Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt 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 Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)