Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old
Barr an Uisce
£75
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Barr an Uisce |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £74.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old
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 £75.
For beginners: Barr an Uisce 1803 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £74.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£74.95 vs £66.95)
- −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 Barr?
Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old 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 Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old