Stauning Bastard vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Stauning Bastard
Stauning
★ 5.00
£64
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Stauning Bastard | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Stauning | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Denmark | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £63.5 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Stauning Bastard
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Stauning Bastard
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Stauning Bastard is better value at £64 vs £67.
For beginners: Stauning Bastard is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Stauning Bastard
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£63.5 vs £66.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 £63.5)
Who should buy Stauning?
Stauning Bastard suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye 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 Stauning Bastard
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)