Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1990s

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1990s
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyThe Welsh Whisky Co.
Region
CountryScotlandWales
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£72
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1990s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1990s

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 £72.

For beginners: Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1990s 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £72)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1990s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£72 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 Prince?

Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1990s

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedVanillaFresh Fruit

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