Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Norfolk - Farmers

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The Norfolk - Farmers
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyThe English Distillery
Region
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV48.8%45%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£48.9
Rating5.00/54.60/5

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

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

The Norfolk - Farmers

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner65/100
Value94/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Norfolk - Farmers

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.60).

The Norfolk - Farmers is better value at £49 vs £67.

For beginners: The Norfolk - Farmers is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £48.9)

The Norfolk - Farmers

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£48.9 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.6 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 The?

The Norfolk - Farmers suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only The Norfolk - Farmers

Malt ExtractToastedHoneyNutty

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