Clandestin Les Semblables Austral 2022 Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Clandestin Les Semblables Austral 2022 Blanc de Noirs Brut NatureIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryClandestinThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£79.75£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Clandestin Les Semblables Austral 2022 Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature

Smoke0/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

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

Clandestin Les Semblables Austral 2022 Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature

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 £80.

For beginners: Clandestin Les Semblables Austral 2022 Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Clandestin Les Semblables Austral 2022 Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.75 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £79.75)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clandestin?

Clandestin Les Semblables Austral 2022 Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Clandestin Les Semblables Austral 2022 Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature

ToastedFresh FruitVegetative

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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