Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs North British 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 239928) - Copper Monument
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
North British 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 239928) - Copper Monument
North British
£83
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | North British 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 239928) - Copper Monument | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | North British |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48.8% | 49.7% |
| Age | 11 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £83.27 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 239928) - Copper Monument
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 239928) - Copper Monument
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: North British 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 239928) - Copper Monument 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 £83.27)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North British 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 239928) - Copper Monument
Pros
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£83.27 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 North?
North British 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 239928) - Copper Monument suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only North British 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 239928) - Copper Monument