Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Champagne Bonnet Gilmert La Reserve Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Oger NV

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Champagne Bonnet Gilmert La Reserve Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Oger NV
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyBonnet Gilmert
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£51.75
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Champagne Bonnet Gilmert La Reserve Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Oger NV

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Champagne Bonnet Gilmert La Reserve Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Oger NV

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Champagne Bonnet Gilmert La Reserve Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Oger NV is better value at £52 vs £67.

For beginners: Champagne Bonnet Gilmert La Reserve Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Oger NV 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 £51.75)

Champagne Bonnet Gilmert La Reserve Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Oger NV

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£51.75 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 Champagne?

Champagne Bonnet Gilmert La Reserve Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Oger NV suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Champagne Bonnet Gilmert La Reserve Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Oger NV

Fresh FruitHoneyCitricToasted

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