Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
£81
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.3% | 48.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £81.43 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits
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 £81.
For beginners: Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£81.43 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 £81.43)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tennessee?
Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)