Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Marsala Cask vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Marsala CaskIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBoannThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle Pot StillSingle Malt
ABV47%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£69.5£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Marsala Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

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

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Marsala Cask

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 £70.

For beginners: Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Marsala Cask is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Marsala Cask

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£69.5 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £69.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Boann?

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Marsala Cask is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Marsala Cask

SherriedCooked FruitHoneyChocolate

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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