Lark Single Cask Whisky 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 Whisky
Lark Distillery
★ 4.00
£93
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Lark Single Cask Whisky | 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 | 43% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £93.01 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lark Single Cask Whisky
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lark Single Cask Whisky
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 4.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £93.
For beginners: Lark Single Cask Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Lark Single Cask Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£93.01 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £93.01)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Lark?
Lark Single Cask Whisky 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 Lark Single Cask Whisky
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)