Old Forester Statesman vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Forester Statesman
Old Forester
★ 4.92
£58
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Old Forester Statesman | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Forester | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £57.79 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.92/5 | 5.00/5 |
Old Forester Statesman
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Old Forester Statesman
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 4.92).
Old Forester Statesman is better value at £58 vs £67.
For beginners: Old Forester Statesman is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Old Forester Statesman
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£57.79 vs £66.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.9 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £57.79)
Who should buy Old?
Old Forester Statesman suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Old Forester Statesman
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)