Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£6
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Character of Islay Whisky Company
★ 4.22
£5
| Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | The Character of Islay Whisky Company |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.9% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £6.01 | £5.33 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.22/5 |
Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Quick verdict
Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.22).
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is better value at £5 vs £6.
For beginners: Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£6.01 vs £5.33)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£5.33 vs £6.01)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Islay?
Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (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.
Who should buy Aerolite?
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company