Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs North British 33 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
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
North British 33 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
North British
£69
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | North British 33 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | North British |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40.1% |
| Age | 11 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £68.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British 33 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British 33 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
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 £69.
For beginners: North British 33 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (75/100 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 £68.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North British 33 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.5 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 North?
North British 33 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only North British 33 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)