Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyOld Perth
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV48.8%55.2%
Age11 yr22 yr
Price£66.95£72.73
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996

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 £73.

For beginners: Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996 is more approachable (55/100 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 £72.73)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£72.73 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 Old?

Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996

HoneySherriedToastedOld WoodVanilla

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