Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£49
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.5% | 48.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £48.6 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £49 vs £67.
For beginners: Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£48.6 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £48.6)
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)