Redwood Empire Lost Monarch vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Redwood Empire Lost Monarch
Redwood Empire
★ 4.00
£51
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Redwood Empire Lost Monarch | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Redwood Empire | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £51.25 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Redwood Empire Lost Monarch
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Redwood Empire Lost Monarch
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 4.00).
Redwood Empire Lost Monarch is better value at £51 vs £67.
For beginners: Redwood Empire Lost Monarch is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Redwood Empire Lost Monarch
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£51.25 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £51.25)
Who should buy Redwood?
Redwood Empire Lost Monarch suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Redwood Empire Lost Monarch
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)