Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Garioch 24 Year Old 1990 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glen Garioch 24 Year Old 1990 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlen Garioch
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%47.8%
Age11 yr24 yr
Price£66.95£86.88
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glen Garioch 24 Year Old 1990 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Garioch 24 Year Old 1990 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

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 £87.

For beginners: Glen Garioch 24 Year Old 1990 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (60/100 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 £86.88)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glen Garioch 24 Year Old 1990 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (24 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£86.88 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 Glen?

Glen Garioch 24 Year Old 1990 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Glen Garioch 24 Year Old 1990 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

VanillaMalt ExtractToastedHoneyNutty

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