The English - Lest We Forget vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

The English - Lest We ForgetIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThe English DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£50.95£66.95
Rating5.00/5

The English - Lest We Forget

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

The English - Lest We Forget

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The English - Lest We Forget is better value at £51 vs £67.

For beginners: The English - Lest We Forget is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

The English - Lest We Forget

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£50.95 vs £66.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £50.95)

Who should buy The?

The English - Lest We Forget 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

Both taste of

SmokeyLeathery

Only The English - Lest We Forget

Old WoodMossy

Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

MedicinalDried Fruit

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