Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Scotia 16 Year Old

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glen Scotia 16 Year Old
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlen Scotia
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yr16 yr
Price£66.95£84.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Glen Scotia 16 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner65/100
Value59/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Scotia 16 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £85.

For beginners: Glen Scotia 16 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £84.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glen Scotia 16 Year Old

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (16 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Scotia 16 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Glen Scotia 16 Year Old

VanillaNuttyToastedMalt Extract

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