SaoCan Reserva 10 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

SaoCan Reserva 10 Year Old Rum Single Modernist RumIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistillerySaoCanThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£59.25£66.95
Rating5.00/5

SaoCan Reserva 10 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

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

SaoCan Reserva 10 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum

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).

SaoCan Reserva 10 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum is better value at £59 vs £67.

For beginners: SaoCan Reserva 10 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

SaoCan Reserva 10 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£59.25 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 £59.25)

Who should buy SaoCan?

SaoCan Reserva 10 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 SaoCan Reserva 10 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum

VanillaHoneyCooked FruitToasted

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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