Blue Spot 7 Year Old (59.1%) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blue Spot 7 Year Old (59.1%)
Spot Whiskey
★ 4.40
£95
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Blue Spot 7 Year Old (59.1%) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Spot Whiskey | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.1% | 48.8% |
| Age | 7 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £94.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.40/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blue Spot 7 Year Old (59.1%)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blue Spot 7 Year Old (59.1%)
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 4.40).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £95.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Blue Spot 7 Year Old (59.1%)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£94.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
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 £94.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blue?
Blue Spot 7 Year Old (59.1%) 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 Blue Spot 7 Year Old (59.1%)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)