Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
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
Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
Uncle Nearest
★ 4.24
£64
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Uncle Nearest |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Tennessee |
| ABV | 48.8% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £63.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.24/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.24).
Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey is better value at £64 vs £67.
For beginners: Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey 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)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £63.5)
Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
Pros
- +More affordable (£63.5 vs £66.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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 Uncle?
Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Tennessee character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey