Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Hermitage Cognac Café 20 Grande Champagne Cognac
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
Hermitage Cognac Café 20 Grande Champagne Cognac
Hermitage
£110
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Hermitage Cognac Café 20 Grande Champagne Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Hermitage |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £110 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hermitage Cognac Café 20 Grande Champagne Cognac
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hermitage Cognac Café 20 Grande Champagne Cognac
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 £110.
For beginners: Hermitage Cognac Café 20 Grande Champagne Cognac 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 £110)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Hermitage Cognac Café 20 Grande Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£110 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 Hermitage?
Hermitage Cognac Café 20 Grande Champagne Cognac 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)
Only Hermitage Cognac Café 20 Grande Champagne Cognac