Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie 10 Year Old

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie 10 Year Old
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyBruichladdich
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%50%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£66.95£51.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie 10 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie 10 Year Old is better value at £52 vs £67.

For beginners: Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie 10 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £51.5)

Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +More affordable (£51.5 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • 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 Bruichladdich?

Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie 10 Year Old

Fresh FruitMalt ExtractFragantHoneyCitric

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