Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
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
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Bunnahabhain
£90
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40.3% |
| Age | 11 yr | 29 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
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 £90.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) is more approachable (60/100 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 £89.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)