Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2000 (Master of Malt)
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 17 Year Old 2000 (Master of Malt)
Benrinnes
★ 4.00
£80
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2000 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Benrinnes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 47.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2000 (Master of Malt)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2000 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £80.
For beginners: Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2000 (Master of Malt) 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 £79.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2000 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £66.95)
- −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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2000 (Master of Malt) 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 17 Year Old 2000 (Master of Malt)