Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cooley
★ 5.00
£99
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cooley | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.5% | 48.8% |
| Age | 17 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £98.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £99.
For beginners: Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£98.95 vs £66.95)
- −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
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £98.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Cooley?
Cooley 17 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.
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 Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)