Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Deanston 14 Year Old Organic

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Deanston 14 Year Old Organic
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyDeanston
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46.3%
Age11 yr14 yr
Price£66.95£59.74
Rating5.00/54.25/5

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

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

Deanston 14 Year Old Organic

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value71/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Deanston 14 Year Old Organic

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).

Deanston 14 Year Old Organic is better value at £60 vs £67.

For beginners: Deanston 14 Year Old Organic 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £59.74)

Deanston 14 Year Old Organic

Pros

  • +More affordable (£59.74 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 Deanston?

Deanston 14 Year Old Organic suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Deanston 14 Year Old Organic

VanillaFresh FruitToastedHoneyMalt Extract

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