Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyConnemara
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%57.9%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£79.99
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s

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 £80.

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 affordable (£66.95 vs £79.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.99 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Connemara?

Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s 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

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

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

Dried Fruit

Only Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s

OilyMalt Extract

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