Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Zest And Zeal 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Fettercairn)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Zest And Zeal 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Fettercairn)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyFettercairn
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%53.6%
Age11 yr15 yr
Price£66.95£89.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Zest And Zeal 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Fettercairn)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Zest And Zeal 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Fettercairn)

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 £90.

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 £89.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Zest And Zeal 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Fettercairn)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£89.95 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 Zest?

Zest And Zeal 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Fettercairn) 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 Zest And Zeal 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Fettercairn)

CitricFresh FruitHoneyVanillaToasted

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