Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Driftless Glen 5 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon (59.5%)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Driftless Glen 5 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon (59.5%)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyDriftless Glen
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV48.8%59.5%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£70.25
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Driftless Glen 5 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon (59.5%)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Driftless Glen 5 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon (59.5%)

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 £70.

For beginners: Driftless Glen 5 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon (59.5%) is more approachable (55/100 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 £70.25)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Driftless Glen 5 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon (59.5%)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£70.25 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 Driftless?

Driftless Glen 5 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon (59.5%) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Driftless Glen 5 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon (59.5%)

VanillaToastedNew WoodHoneyChocolate

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