Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993
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
New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993
The New Zealand Whisky Company
£102
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | The New Zealand Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | New Zealand |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 51.9% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £102 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993
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 £102.
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 £102)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£102 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 New?
New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993 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
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993