Egan's 10 Year Old Single Malt vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Egan's 10 Year Old Single Malt
Egan's
★ 4.75
£58
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Egan's 10 Year Old Single Malt | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Egan's | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 48.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £57.5 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Egan's 10 Year Old Single Malt
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Egan's 10 Year Old Single Malt
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 4.75).
Egan's 10 Year Old Single Malt is better value at £58 vs £67.
For beginners: Egan's 10 Year Old Single Malt is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Egan's 10 Year Old Single Malt
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£57.5 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £57.5)
Who should buy Egan's?
Egan's 10 Year Old Single Malt 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 Egan's 10 Year Old Single Malt
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)