Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Craigellachie 15 Year Old - Bishop, Greene & Fisher

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Craigellachie 15 Year Old - Bishop, Greene & Fisher
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyCraigellachie
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yr15 yr
Price£66.95£95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Craigellachie 15 Year Old - Bishop, Greene & Fisher

Smoke0/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Craigellachie 15 Year Old - Bishop, Greene & Fisher

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 £95.

For beginners: Craigellachie 15 Year Old - Bishop, Greene & Fisher 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)
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Craigellachie 15 Year Old - Bishop, Greene & Fisher

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£95 vs £66.95)
  • 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 Craigellachie?

Craigellachie 15 Year Old - Bishop, Greene & Fisher suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Leathery

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried Fruit

Only Craigellachie 15 Year Old - Bishop, Greene & Fisher

Fresh FruitOilyTobaccoOld WoodToasted

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