The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlenturretThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55%48.8%
Age15 yr11 yr
Price£105.95£66.95
Rating5.00/5

The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

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

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

The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

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 £106.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£105.95 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 £105.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy The?

The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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 The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

Malt ExtractFresh FruitHoneyVanillaFragant

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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