Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs High Coast Älv - Delicate Vanilla
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
High Coast Älv - Delicate Vanilla
High Coast
★ 3.33
£61
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | High Coast Älv - Delicate Vanilla | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | High Coast |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £61.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.33/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
High Coast Älv - Delicate Vanilla
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
High Coast Älv - Delicate Vanilla
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.33).
High Coast Älv - Delicate Vanilla is better value at £61 vs £67.
For beginners: High Coast Älv - Delicate Vanilla 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £61.25)
High Coast Älv - Delicate Vanilla
Pros
- +More affordable (£61.25 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.3 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 High?
High Coast Älv - Delicate Vanilla suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only High Coast Älv - Delicate Vanilla