Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Benrinnes
★ 3.00
£86
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Benrinnes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 48.4% |
| Age | 11 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £85.54 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £86.
For beginners: Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 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 £85.54)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£85.54 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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)