Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Kinahan’s The Kasc Project

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Kinahan’s The Kasc Project
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyKinahan's
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.8%43%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£48
Rating5.00/54.93/5

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

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

Kinahan’s The Kasc Project

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kinahan’s The Kasc Project

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.93).

Kinahan’s The Kasc Project is better value at £48 vs £67.

For beginners: Kinahan’s The Kasc Project is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £48)

Kinahan’s The Kasc Project

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£48 vs £66.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.9 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 Kinahan’s?

Kinahan’s The Kasc Project suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Kinahan’s The Kasc Project

New WoodVanillaToastedFresh FruitChocolate

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