Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 3) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 3)
Never Say Die
£82
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 3) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Never Say Die | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.4% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £81.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 3)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 3)
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 0.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £82.
For beginners: Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 3) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 3)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£81.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £81.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Never?
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 3) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 3)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)