MB Roland Straight Rye vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MB Roland Straight Rye
MB Roland
★ 4.33
£53
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| MB Roland Straight Rye | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MB Roland | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.7% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £53.46 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
MB Roland Straight Rye
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
MB Roland Straight Rye
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 4.33).
MB Roland Straight Rye is better value at £53 vs £67.
For beginners: MB Roland Straight Rye is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
MB Roland Straight Rye
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£53.46 vs £66.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £53.46)
Who should buy MB?
MB Roland Straight Rye is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 MB Roland Straight Rye
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)