Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryUnknown Origin WhiskyThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%48.8%
Age13 yr11 yr
Price£94£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

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

Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks)

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 £94.

For beginners: Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£94 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 £94)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Old?

Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks)

Fresh FruitSandy

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

Dried FruitLeathery

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