Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Perspective Series 21 Year Old - Berry Bros. & Rudd
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
The Perspective Series 21 Year Old - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Berry Bros. & Rudd
★ 3.33
£83
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Perspective Series 21 Year Old - Berry Bros. & Rudd | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Berry Bros. & Rudd |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.8% | 43% |
| Age | 11 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £82.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.33/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Perspective Series 21 Year Old - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Perspective Series 21 Year Old - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.33).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £83.
For beginners: The Perspective Series 21 Year Old - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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 £82.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Perspective Series 21 Year Old - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.5 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.3 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 The?
The Perspective Series 21 Year Old - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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)
Only The Perspective Series 21 Year Old - Berry Bros. & Rudd