Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt FinishIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryTobermoryThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV62.4%48.8%
Age11 yr11 yr
Price£101.5£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

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

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

Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish

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 rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £102.

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

Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (62.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£101.5 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 affordable (£66.95 vs £101.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Tobermory?

Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish 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

Both taste of

SmokeyLeatheryDried Fruit

Only Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish

SherriedOld Wood

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

Medicinal

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