Temris 5 Year Old PX Sherry Cask Finish vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Temris 5 Year Old PX Sherry Cask FinishIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryTemrisThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£54.95£66.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Temris 5 Year Old PX Sherry Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

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

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

Temris 5 Year Old PX Sherry Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Temris 5 Year Old PX Sherry Cask Finish is better value at £55 vs £67.

For beginners: Temris 5 Year Old PX Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Temris 5 Year Old PX Sherry Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£54.95 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 £54.95)

Who should buy Temris?

Temris 5 Year Old PX Sherry Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Temris 5 Year Old PX Sherry Cask Finish

SherriedCooked FruitChocolateToasted

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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