Paul John 2011 (bottled 2015) (cask 15066) - Malts of Scotland vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Paul John 2011 (bottled 2015) (cask 15066) - Malts of Scotland
Paul John
£80
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Paul John 2011 (bottled 2015) (cask 15066) - Malts of Scotland | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Paul John | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Paul John 2011 (bottled 2015) (cask 15066) - Malts of Scotland
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Paul John 2011 (bottled 2015) (cask 15066) - Malts of Scotland
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 £80.
For beginners: Paul John 2011 (bottled 2015) (cask 15066) - Malts of Scotland is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Paul John 2011 (bottled 2015) (cask 15066) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.95 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 £79.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Paul?
Paul John 2011 (bottled 2015) (cask 15066) - Malts of Scotland 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
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