Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Scapa 10 Year Old

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Scapa 10 Year Old
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyScapa
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%48%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£66.95£55
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Scapa 10 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scapa 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Scapa 10 Year Old is better value at £55 vs £67.

For beginners: Scapa 10 Year Old 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)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £55)

Scapa 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +More affordable (£55 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 Scapa?

Scapa 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Scapa 10 Year Old

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyCitricToasted

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