Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman
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
Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman
Benrinnes
£68
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Benrinnes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 43% |
| Age | 11 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £68.01 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman
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 £68.
For beginners: Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman 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 £68.01)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.01 vs £66.95)
- −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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman