Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Compass Box The Peat Monster Cask Strength

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Compass Box The Peat Monster Cask Strength
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyCompass Box
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV48.8%56.7%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£102
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Compass Box The Peat Monster Cask Strength

Smoke67/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Compass Box The Peat Monster Cask Strength

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £102.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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)
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £102)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Compass Box The Peat Monster Cask Strength

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£102 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Compass?

Compass Box The Peat Monster Cask Strength 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinalDried Fruit

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

Leathery

Only Compass Box The Peat Monster Cask Strength

KipperyOily

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