Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Heaven Hill 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 152726) - Artful Dodger
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
Heaven Hill 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 152726) - Artful Dodger
Heaven Hill
★ 4.00
£65
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Heaven Hill 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 152726) - Artful Dodger | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Heaven Hill |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Corn |
| ABV | 48.8% | 59.3% |
| Age | 11 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Heaven Hill 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 152726) - Artful Dodger
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Heaven Hill 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 152726) - Artful Dodger
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Heaven Hill 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 152726) - Artful Dodger is better value at £65 vs £67.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £64.95)
Heaven Hill 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 152726) - Artful Dodger
Pros
- +More affordable (£64.95 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Heaven?
Heaven Hill 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 152726) - Artful Dodger is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Heaven Hill 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 152726) - Artful Dodger