Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Lepanto Solera Gran Reserva 12 Year Old Brandy de Jerez
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
Lepanto Solera Gran Reserva 12 Year Old Brandy de Jerez
Lepanto
£50
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Lepanto Solera Gran Reserva 12 Year Old Brandy de Jerez | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Lepanto |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lepanto Solera Gran Reserva 12 Year Old Brandy de Jerez
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lepanto Solera Gran Reserva 12 Year Old Brandy de Jerez
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lepanto Solera Gran Reserva 12 Year Old Brandy de Jerez is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: Lepanto Solera Gran Reserva 12 Year Old Brandy de Jerez 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.95)
Lepanto Solera Gran Reserva 12 Year Old Brandy de Jerez
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £66.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Lepanto?
Lepanto Solera Gran Reserva 12 Year Old Brandy de Jerez suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Lepanto Solera Gran Reserva 12 Year Old Brandy de Jerez