Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Danny Boy 15 Year Old (First Release)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Danny Boy 15 Year Old (First Release)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyCooley
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yr15 yr
Price£66.95£99.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Danny Boy 15 Year Old (First Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Danny Boy 15 Year Old (First Release)

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 £100.

For beginners: Danny Boy 15 Year Old (First Release) 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £99.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Danny Boy 15 Year Old (First Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£99.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • 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 Danny?

Danny Boy 15 Year Old (First Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Danny Boy 15 Year Old (First Release)

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToastedNutty

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