Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Grant 15 Year Old Batch Strength

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glen Grant 15 Year Old Batch Strength
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlen Grant
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%50%
Age11 yr15 yr
Price£66.95£61.49
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Glen Grant 15 Year Old Batch Strength

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value81/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Grant 15 Year Old Batch Strength

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Grant 15 Year Old Batch Strength is better value at £61 vs £67.

For beginners: Glen Grant 15 Year Old Batch Strength is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £61.49)

Glen Grant 15 Year Old Batch Strength

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£61.49 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • 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 Glen?

Glen Grant 15 Year Old Batch Strength suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Glen Grant 15 Year Old Batch Strength

VanillaFresh FruitToastedHoneyMalt Extract

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