Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition
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
Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition
Clynelish
★ 4.00
£60
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Clynelish |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £60.4 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition is better value at £60 vs £67.
For beginners: Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition is more approachable (65/100 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 £60.4)
Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition
Pros
- +More affordable (£60.4 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition 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)
Only Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition