Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old (Special Release 2023)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlendullan
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%55%
Age11 yr14 yr
Price£66.95£57.73
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old (Special Release 2023)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old (Special Release 2023)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old (Special Release 2023) is better value at £58 vs £67.

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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £57.73)

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old (Special Release 2023)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£57.73 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • 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 Singleton?

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old (Special Release 2023) 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 Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old (Special Release 2023)

Cooked FruitHoneyVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

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