Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 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.

Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year OldIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Distillery&WhiskyThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%48.8%
Age18 yr11 yr
Price£59.95£66.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner90/100
Value83/100

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old is better value at £60 vs £67.

For beginners: Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£59.95 vs £66.95)

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 £59.95)

Who should buy Saints?

Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old 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 Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old

HoneyVanillaCooked FruitMalt ExtractSherried

Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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