J.P. Wiser's 18 Year Old vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
J.P. Wiser's 18 Year Old
J.P. Wiser's
★ 4.38
£52
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| J.P. Wiser's 18 Year Old | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | J.P. Wiser's | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Canada | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £51.51 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.38/5 | 5.00/5 |
J.P. Wiser's 18 Year Old
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
J.P. Wiser's 18 Year Old
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 4.38).
J.P. Wiser's 18 Year Old is better value at £52 vs £67.
For beginners: J.P. Wiser's 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
J.P. Wiser's 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£51.51 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.4 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £51.51)
Who should buy J.P.?
J.P. Wiser's 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 J.P. Wiser's 18 Year Old
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)