Teaninich 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 361936) - James Eadie vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Teaninich 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 361936) - James EadieIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryTeaninichThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.2%48.8%
Age11 yr11 yr
Price£52£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Teaninich 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 361936) - James Eadie

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

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

Teaninich 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 361936) - James Eadie

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).

Teaninich 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 361936) - James Eadie is better value at £52 vs £67.

For beginners: Teaninich 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 361936) - James Eadie is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Teaninich 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 361936) - James Eadie

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£52 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £52)

Who should buy Teaninich?

Teaninich 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 361936) - James Eadie 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 Teaninich 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 361936) - James Eadie

SherriedCooked FruitHoneyVanilla

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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