Never Say Die Rye Whiskey vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Never Say Die Rye Whiskey
Never Say Die
★ 5.00
£65
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Never Say Die Rye Whiskey | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Never Say Die | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £64.9 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Never Say Die Rye Whiskey
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Never Say Die Rye Whiskey
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Never Say Die Rye Whiskey is better value at £65 vs £67.
For beginners: Never Say Die Rye Whiskey is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Never Say Die Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£64.9 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £64.9)
Who should buy Never?
Never Say Die Rye Whiskey 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 Never Say Die Rye Whiskey
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)