Angels’ Nectar - Islay Edition vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Angels’ Nectar - Islay EditionIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryAngels' NectarThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47%48.8%
Age5 yr11 yr
Price£48.9£66.95
Rating3.00/55.00/5

Angels’ Nectar - Islay Edition

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner45/100
Value61/100

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

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

Angels’ Nectar - Islay Edition

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 3.00).

Angels’ Nectar - Islay Edition is better value at £49 vs £67.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Angels’ Nectar - Islay Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£48.9 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 5 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £48.9)

Who should buy Angels’?

Angels’ Nectar - Islay Edition 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

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Angels’ Nectar - Islay Edition

Coal-gasOily

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

Dried FruitLeathery

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