Lark Single Cask (cask 159) Cask Strength vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lark Single Cask (cask 159) Cask Strength
Lark Distillery
£89
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Lark Single Cask (cask 159) Cask Strength | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lark Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Australia | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £88.82 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lark Single Cask (cask 159) Cask Strength
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lark Single Cask (cask 159) Cask Strength
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 £89.
For beginners: Lark Single Cask (cask 159) Cask Strength is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Lark Single Cask (cask 159) Cask Strength
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.82 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 £88.82)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Lark?
Lark Single Cask (cask 159) Cask Strength suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Lark Single Cask (cask 159) Cask Strength
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)