Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Blair Athol
£90
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.5% | 48.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £89.94 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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 £90.
For beginners: Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.94 vs £66.95)
- −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 affordable (£66.95 vs £89.94)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 30793) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)