Tullibardine 24 Years Old 1989 (cask 1958) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tullibardine 24 Years Old 1989 (cask 1958) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Tullibardine
£101
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Tullibardine 24 Years Old 1989 (cask 1958) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tullibardine | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.4% | 48.8% |
| Age | 24 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £100.71 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tullibardine 24 Years Old 1989 (cask 1958) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tullibardine 24 Years Old 1989 (cask 1958) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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 £101.
For beginners: Tullibardine 24 Years Old 1989 (cask 1958) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Tullibardine 24 Years Old 1989 (cask 1958) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£100.71 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 £100.71)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 24 Years Old 1989 (cask 1958) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Tullibardine 24 Years Old 1989 (cask 1958) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)