Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£99
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 48.8% |
| Age | 23 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £99 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99 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 £99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)