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

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Fielden Rye Whisky
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyFielden
Region
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV48.8%48%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£58.95
Rating5.00/54.06/5

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

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

Fielden Rye Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner55/100
Value69/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Fielden Rye Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.06).

Fielden Rye Whisky is better value at £59 vs £67.

For beginners: Fielden Rye Whisky 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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £58.95)

Fielden Rye Whisky

Pros

  • +More affordable (£58.95 vs £66.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.1 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 Fielden?

Fielden Rye Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Fielden Rye Whisky

ToastedNuttyCitric

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