Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Kyrö Malt Rye Whisky

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Kyrö Malt Rye Whisky
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyKyrö Distillery Company
Region
CountryScotlandFinland
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV48.8%47.2%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£50.95
Rating5.00/53.83/5

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

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

Kyrö Malt Rye Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner60/100
Value75/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kyrö Malt Rye Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.83).

Kyrö Malt Rye Whisky is better value at £51 vs £67.

For beginners: Kyrö Malt Rye Whisky is more approachable (60/100 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 £50.95)

Kyrö Malt Rye Whisky

Pros

  • +More affordable (£50.95 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.8 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 Kyrö?

Kyrö Malt Rye Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Kyrö Malt Rye Whisky

ToastedVanillaNuttyFragant

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