Compass Box Delilah's XXV vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Compass Box Delilah's XXV
Compass Box
★ 4.50
£110
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Compass Box Delilah's XXV | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Compass Box | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £109.9 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Compass Box Delilah's XXV
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Compass Box Delilah's XXV
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 £110.
For beginners: Compass Box Delilah's XXV is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Compass Box Delilah's XXV
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£109.9 vs £66.95)
- −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 affordable (£66.95 vs £109.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Compass?
Compass Box Delilah's XXV 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 Compass Box Delilah's XXV
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)