Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyCambus
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV48.8%48.3%
Age11 yr27 yr
Price£66.95£98.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness88/100
Beginner75/100
Value51/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £99.

For beginners: Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 £98.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (27 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£98.95 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 Cambus?

Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodVanillaHoneyOily

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