Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs GlenAllachie 11 Year Old Grattamacco Cask Finish

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)GlenAllachie 11 Year Old Grattamacco Cask Finish
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlenAllachie
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%48%
Age11 yr11 yr
Price£66.95£56.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

GlenAllachie 11 Year Old Grattamacco Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

GlenAllachie 11 Year Old Grattamacco Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

GlenAllachie 11 Year Old Grattamacco Cask Finish is better value at £57 vs £67.

For beginners: GlenAllachie 11 Year Old Grattamacco Cask Finish 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £56.95)

GlenAllachie 11 Year Old Grattamacco Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£56.95 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 GlenAllachie?

GlenAllachie 11 Year Old Grattamacco Cask Finish is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only GlenAllachie 11 Year Old Grattamacco Cask Finish

SherriedFresh FruitHoneyCitricVanilla

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