Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenrothes 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 10234) (Adelphi)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glenrothes 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 10234) (Adelphi)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlenrothes
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%59.6%
Age11 yr15 yr
Price£66.95£99.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glenrothes 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 10234) (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenrothes 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 10234) (Adelphi)

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 £100.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 £99.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenrothes 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 10234) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (59.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£99.95 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 Glenrothes?

Glenrothes 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 10234) (Adelphi) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Glenrothes 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 10234) (Adelphi)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToastedOld Wood

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