Clynelish 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 7536) (Adelphi) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 7536) (Adelphi)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryClynelishThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.7%48.8%
Age15 yr11 yr
Price£93.76£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 7536) (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 7536) (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £94.

For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 7536) (Adelphi) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 7536) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£93.76 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 £93.76)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 7536) (Adelphi) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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 Clynelish 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 7536) (Adelphi)

Malt ExtractOld WoodFresh FruitToasted

Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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