Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Nikka Whisky From The Barrel Ice Bucket Gift Set

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Nikka Whisky From The Barrel Ice Bucket Gift Set
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyNikka
Region
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.8%51.4%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£89.9
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Nikka Whisky From The Barrel Ice Bucket Gift Set

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Nikka Whisky From The Barrel Ice Bucket Gift Set

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 £90.

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 £89.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Nikka Whisky From The Barrel Ice Bucket Gift Set

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£89.9 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 Nikka?

Nikka Whisky From The Barrel Ice Bucket Gift Set 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 Nikka Whisky From The Barrel Ice Bucket Gift Set

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaToasted

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