Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 280) - Straight From The Cask

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 280) - Straight From The Cask
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyEdradour
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%58.6%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£66.95£68.44
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 280) - Straight From The Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 280) - Straight From The Cask

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 £68.

For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 280) - Straight From The Cask is more approachable (55/100 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 £68.44)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 280) - Straight From The Cask

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£68.44 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 Edradour?

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 280) - Straight From The Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 280) - Straight From The Cask

SherriedHoneyVanillaToastedOld Wood

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