Jura 18 Year Old vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 18 Year Old
Jura
★ 3.64
£77
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Jura 18 Year Old | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44% | 48.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £76.5 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 3.64/5 | 5.00/5 |
Jura 18 Year Old
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Jura 18 Year Old
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 3.64).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £77.
For beginners: Jura 18 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Jura 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£76.5 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.6 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £76.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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 Jura 18 Year Old
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)