Glentauchers 25 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glentauchers 25 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Glentauchers
★ 3.00
£94
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Glentauchers 25 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glentauchers | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.3% | 48.8% |
| Age | 25 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £93.51 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glentauchers 25 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glentauchers 25 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
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 3.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £94.
For beginners: Glentauchers 25 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glentauchers 25 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£93.51 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 £93.51)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 25 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) 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 Glentauchers 25 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)