Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Glenrothes 12 Year Old

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

Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlenrothes
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.9%40%
Age10 yr12 yr
Price£6.01£5.3
Rating5.00/53.78/5

Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value100/100

The Glenrothes 12 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner80/100
Value100/100

Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Glenrothes 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.78).

The Glenrothes 12 Year Old is better value at £5 vs £6.

For beginners: The Glenrothes 12 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 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 £5.3)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

The Glenrothes 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£5.3 vs £6.01)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 The?

The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 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 Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyCoal-gasMedicinalLeatheryOily

Only The Glenrothes 12 Year Old

Old WoodNuttyToastedMalt Extract

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