Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 10242) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
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
Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 10242) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Glenrothes
★ 3.00
£63
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 10242) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Glenrothes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £63.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 10242) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 10242) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 10242) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £63 vs £67.
For beginners: Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 10242) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (80/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £63.14)
Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 10242) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£63.14 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Glenrothes?
Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 10242) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 10242) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)