Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlenrothes
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%48.6%
Age11 yr23 yr
Price£66.95£99.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner60/100
Value50/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £100.

For beginners: Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £99.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£99.95 vs £66.95)
  • 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 Glenrothes?

Glenrothes 23 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 Speyside character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

HoneyVanillaFresh FruitToastedOld Wood

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