The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3 vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3
The Lakes Distillery
★ 4.00
£64
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3 | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Lakes Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £63.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3
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).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3 is better value at £64 vs £67.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3
Pros
- +More affordable (£63.95 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £63.95)
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3 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 The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)