Tomatin 18 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Casks vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomatin 18 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Casks
Tomatin
★ 4.39
£100
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Tomatin 18 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Casks | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £100 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.39/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tomatin 18 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Casks
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomatin 18 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Casks
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.39).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £100.
For beginners: Tomatin 18 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Casks is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 18 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Casks
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£100 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £100)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 18 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Casks suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Tomatin 18 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Casks
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)