Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Teaninich 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 1810) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Teaninich 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 1810) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyTeaninich
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%55.6%
Age11 yr14 yr
Price£66.95£79.9
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Teaninich 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 1810) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teaninich 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 1810) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £80.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 £79.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Teaninich 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 1810) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.9 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Teaninich?

Teaninich 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 1810) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Teaninich 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 1810) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

VanillaMalt ExtractNew WoodFresh FruitToasted

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