Darkness Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Pedro Ximenez Cask Finish vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Pedro Ximenez Cask Finish
Darkness
£80
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Darkness Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Pedro Ximenez Cask Finish | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.2% | 48.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Darkness Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Pedro Ximenez Cask Finish
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Darkness Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Pedro Ximenez Cask Finish
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 0.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £80.
For beginners: Darkness Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Pedro Ximenez Cask Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Darkness Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Pedro Ximenez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.95 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 £79.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Darkness?
Darkness Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Pedro Ximenez Cask Finish suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Darkness Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Pedro Ximenez Cask Finish
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)