Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs WhistlePig HomeStock Crop No.004
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
WhistlePig HomeStock Crop No.004
WhistlePig
★ 4.00
£84
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | WhistlePig HomeStock Crop No.004 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | WhistlePig |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.8% | 43% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £83.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
WhistlePig HomeStock Crop No.004
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
WhistlePig HomeStock Crop No.004
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 £84.
For beginners: WhistlePig HomeStock Crop No.004 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 £83.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
WhistlePig HomeStock Crop No.004
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£83.95 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 WhistlePig?
WhistlePig HomeStock Crop No.004 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only WhistlePig HomeStock Crop No.004