Invergordon 25 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 25 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 4.86
£50
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Invergordon 25 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.8% | 48.8% |
| Age | 25 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.86/5 | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 25 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon 25 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 4.86).
Invergordon 25 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: Invergordon 25 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 25 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.9 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)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.95)
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 25 Year Old - Batch 9 (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 Highland 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 Invergordon 25 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)