Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyChivas Regal
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.8%43%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£69.99
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value71/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £70.

For beginners: Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £69.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£69.99 vs £66.95)
  • 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 Chivas?

Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s 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 Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToastedFresh Fruit

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