Peg Whisky Limited Edition II vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Peg Whisky Limited Edition IIIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryPeg WhiskyThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV59.1%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£80.77£66.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Peg Whisky Limited Edition II

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner40/100
Value62/100

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

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

Peg Whisky Limited Edition II

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 better value at £67 vs £81.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Peg Whisky Limited Edition II

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£80.77 vs £66.95)
  • 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
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £80.77)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Peg?

Peg Whisky Limited Edition II 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 Peg Whisky Limited Edition II

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedVanillaOld Wood

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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