Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Dalmore 12 Year Old

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Dalmore 12 Year Old
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyDalmore
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yr12 yr
Price£66.95£63.95
Rating5.00/53.72/5

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

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

Dalmore 12 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner75/100
Value58/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.72).

Dalmore 12 Year Old is better value at £64 vs £67.

For beginners: Dalmore 12 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 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 £63.95)

Dalmore 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£63.95 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.7 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 Dalmore?

Dalmore 12 Year Old 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)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Dalmore 12 Year Old

ToastedChocolateNuttyTobacco

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