Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Carsebridge 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 74681) (The Grainman)
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
Carsebridge 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 74681) (The Grainman)
Carsebridge
£86
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Carsebridge 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 74681) (The Grainman) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Carsebridge |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48.8% | 42.6% |
| Age | 11 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £85.71 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Carsebridge 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 74681) (The Grainman)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Carsebridge 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 74681) (The Grainman)
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 £86.
For beginners: Carsebridge 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 74681) (The Grainman) is more approachable (75/100 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 £85.71)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Carsebridge 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 74681) (The Grainman)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£85.71 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 Carsebridge?
Carsebridge 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 74681) (The Grainman) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Carsebridge 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 74681) (The Grainman)