Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyChartogne-Taillet
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£82.75
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne

Smoke0/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne

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 £83.

For beginners: Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne is more approachable (70/100 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 £82.75)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£82.75 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 Chartogne?

Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne

Fresh FruitToastedCitric

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