Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1996 - The Library Collection (Edinburgh Whisky Ltd.)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1996 - The Library Collection (Edinburgh Whisky Ltd.)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlen Grant
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yr20 yr
Price£66.95£98.49
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1996 - The Library Collection (Edinburgh Whisky Ltd.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1996 - The Library Collection (Edinburgh Whisky Ltd.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £98.

For beginners: Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1996 - The Library Collection (Edinburgh Whisky Ltd.) 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 £98.49)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1996 - The Library Collection (Edinburgh Whisky Ltd.)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£98.49 vs £66.95)
  • 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 Glen?

Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1996 - The Library Collection (Edinburgh Whisky Ltd.) 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)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1996 - The Library Collection (Edinburgh Whisky Ltd.)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToastedCitric

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