Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Wilderness Trail Bourbon (Batch 16E02)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Wilderness Trail Bourbon (Batch 16E02)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyWilderness Trail
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV48.8%50%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£66.44
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Wilderness Trail Bourbon (Batch 16E02)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value75/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Wilderness Trail Bourbon (Batch 16E02)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Wilderness Trail Bourbon (Batch 16E02) is better value at £66 vs £67.

For beginners: Wilderness Trail Bourbon (Batch 16E02) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £66.44)

Wilderness Trail Bourbon (Batch 16E02)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£66.44 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • 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 Wilderness?

Wilderness Trail Bourbon (Batch 16E02) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Wilderness Trail Bourbon (Batch 16E02)

VanillaNew WoodToastedChocolateNutty

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