Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Michel Forgeron Barrique 92 Grande Champagne Cognac

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Michel Forgeron Barrique 92 Grande Champagne Cognac
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyMichel Forgeron
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£91.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Michel Forgeron Barrique 92 Grande Champagne Cognac

Smoke0/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Michel Forgeron Barrique 92 Grande Champagne Cognac

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 £92.

For beginners: Michel Forgeron Barrique 92 Grande Champagne Cognac is more approachable (70/100 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 £91.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Michel Forgeron Barrique 92 Grande Champagne Cognac

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£91.5 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 Michel?

Michel Forgeron Barrique 92 Grande Champagne Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Leathery

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried Fruit

Only Michel Forgeron Barrique 92 Grande Champagne Cognac

Old WoodOily

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