Worthy Park Single Estate Reserve Single Traditional Pot Still Rum vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Worthy Park Single Estate Reserve Single Traditional Pot Still RumIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryWorthy ParkThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£49.25£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Worthy Park Single Estate Reserve Single Traditional Pot Still Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

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

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

Worthy Park Single Estate Reserve Single Traditional Pot Still Rum

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).

Worthy Park Single Estate Reserve Single Traditional Pot Still Rum is better value at £49 vs £67.

For beginners: Worthy Park Single Estate Reserve Single Traditional Pot Still Rum is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Worthy Park Single Estate Reserve Single Traditional Pot Still Rum

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£49.25 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.25)

Who should buy Worthy?

Worthy Park Single Estate Reserve Single Traditional Pot Still Rum is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Worthy Park Single Estate Reserve Single Traditional Pot Still Rum

Cooked FruitVanillaHoneyCitric

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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