Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aberlour
★ 2.00
£62
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.9% | 48.8% |
| Age | 6 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £61.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 2.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 2.00).
Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £62 vs £67.
For beginners: Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£61.95 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (2.0 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)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £61.95)
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 6 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 Speyside character.
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 Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)