Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Rye - Origin Series

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Rye - Origin Series
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyBardstown Bourbon Co
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV48.8%48%
Age11 yr6 yr
Price£66.95£79.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Rye - Origin Series

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Rye - Origin Series

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £80.

For beginners: Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Rye - Origin Series 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 £79.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Rye - Origin Series

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.95 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 Bardstown?

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Rye - Origin Series suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Rye - Origin Series

New WoodToastedVanilla

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