Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyRedbreast
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Pot Still
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£78.95
Rating5.00/53.00/5

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

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

Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner65/100
Value38/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £79.

For beginners: Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition is more approachable (65/100 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 £78.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£78.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (3.0 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 Redbreast?

Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition

SherriedCooked FruitHoneyVanillaToasted

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