Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Locke's
★ 5.00
£50
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Locke's | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £50.45 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£50.45 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £50.45)
Who should buy Locke's?
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter 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 Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)