Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Sailor's Home The Horizon 10 Year Old

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Sailor's Home The Horizon 10 Year Old
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanySailor's Home
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.8%43%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£66.95£53.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Sailor's Home The Horizon 10 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value93/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Sailor's Home The Horizon 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Sailor's Home The Horizon 10 Year Old is better value at £54 vs £67.

For beginners: Sailor's Home The Horizon 10 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £53.5)

Sailor's Home The Horizon 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£53.5 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • 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 Sailor's?

Sailor's Home The Horizon 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Sailor's Home The Horizon 10 Year Old

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

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