Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyCameron Bridge
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV48.8%50.2%
Age11 yr24 yr
Price£66.95£81.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)

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 £82.

For beginners: Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is more approachable (65/100 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 £81.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (24 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£81.95 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 Cameronbridge?

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) 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 Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)

SherriedCooked FruitHoneyVanillaOld Wood

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