Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Cragganmore 26 Year Old 1986 (cask 1489) (Adelphi)
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
Cragganmore 26 Year Old 1986 (cask 1489) (Adelphi)
Cragganmore
£93
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Cragganmore 26 Year Old 1986 (cask 1489) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Cragganmore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 58.2% |
| Age | 11 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £92.82 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cragganmore 26 Year Old 1986 (cask 1489) (Adelphi)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cragganmore 26 Year Old 1986 (cask 1489) (Adelphi)
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 £93.
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 £92.82)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Cragganmore 26 Year Old 1986 (cask 1489) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£92.82 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 Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 26 Year Old 1986 (cask 1489) (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)
Only Cragganmore 26 Year Old 1986 (cask 1489) (Adelphi)