Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800919) - The Artful Dodger
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
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800919) - The Artful Dodger
Inchgower
£59
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800919) - The Artful Dodger | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Inchgower |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 57% |
| Age | 11 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £58.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800919) - The Artful Dodger
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800919) - The Artful Dodger
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800919) - The Artful Dodger is better value at £59 vs £67.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £58.95)
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800919) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +More affordable (£58.95 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800919) - The Artful Dodger is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800919) - The Artful Dodger