Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Teaninich 13 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2024 (Decadent Drinks)
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
Teaninich 13 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2024 (Decadent Drinks)
Teaninich
£85
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Teaninich 13 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2024 (Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 48.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £84.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Teaninich 13 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2024 (Decadent Drinks)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Teaninich 13 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2024 (Decadent Drinks)
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 £85.
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)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £84.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Teaninich 13 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2024 (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Intense, complex peat smoke character
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Challenging for beginners — intense and polarising
- −More expensive (£84.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Teaninich?
Teaninich 13 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2024 (Decadent Drinks) is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for beginners.
Tasting notes
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