Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
Tomatin
★ 4.50
£67
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 48.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
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 4.50).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £67.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)