Jura 12 Year Old The Bay vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 12 Year Old The Bay
Jura
★ 5.00
£60
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Jura 12 Year Old The Bay | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44% | 48.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £59.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Jura 12 Year Old The Bay
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Jura 12 Year Old The Bay
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Jura 12 Year Old The Bay is better value at £60 vs £67.
For beginners: Jura 12 Year Old The Bay is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Jura 12 Year Old The Bay
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £59.95)
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 12 Year Old The Bay suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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 Jura 12 Year Old The Bay
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)