Haig's 15 Year Old Dimple - 1990s (1L) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Haig's 15 Year Old Dimple - 1990s (1L)
Haig
★ 5.00
£50
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Haig's 15 Year Old Dimple - 1990s (1L) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Haig | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.8% |
| Age | 15 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £49.99 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Haig's 15 Year Old Dimple - 1990s (1L)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Haig's 15 Year Old Dimple - 1990s (1L)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Haig's 15 Year Old Dimple - 1990s (1L) is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: Haig's 15 Year Old Dimple - 1990s (1L) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Haig's 15 Year Old Dimple - 1990s (1L)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.99 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.99)
Who should buy Haig's?
Haig's 15 Year Old Dimple - 1990s (1L) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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 Haig's 15 Year Old Dimple - 1990s (1L)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)