Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs East London Liquor Co. 3 Year Old 2019 Whisky - The Heart Cut #2, 50cl

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)East London Liquor Co. 3 Year Old 2019 Whisky - The Heart Cut #2, 50cl
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyThe Heart Cut
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£62.45
Rating5.00/5

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

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

East London Liquor Co. 3 Year Old 2019 Whisky - The Heart Cut #2, 50cl

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

East London Liquor Co. 3 Year Old 2019 Whisky - The Heart Cut #2, 50cl

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

East London Liquor Co. 3 Year Old 2019 Whisky - The Heart Cut #2, 50cl is better value at £62 vs £67.

For beginners: East London Liquor Co. 3 Year Old 2019 Whisky - The Heart Cut #2, 50cl 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £62.45)

East London Liquor Co. 3 Year Old 2019 Whisky - The Heart Cut #2, 50cl

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£62.45 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 East?

East London Liquor Co. 3 Year Old 2019 Whisky - The Heart Cut #2, 50cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only East London Liquor Co. 3 Year Old 2019 Whisky - The Heart Cut #2, 50cl

ChocolateNuttyCooked FruitToasted

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