Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Edradour 13 Year Old 2000 Sauternes Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Edradour 13 Year Old 2000 Sauternes Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyEdradour
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%55.7%
Age11 yr13 yr
Price£66.95£50.52
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Edradour 13 Year Old 2000 Sauternes Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 13 Year Old 2000 Sauternes Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Edradour 13 Year Old 2000 Sauternes Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask is better value at £51 vs £67.

For beginners: Edradour 13 Year Old 2000 Sauternes Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask is more approachable (55/100 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 £50.52)

Edradour 13 Year Old 2000 Sauternes Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£50.52 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
  • 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 Edradour?

Edradour 13 Year Old 2000 Sauternes Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Edradour 13 Year Old 2000 Sauternes Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask

Cooked FruitHoneyVanillaFresh FruitSherried

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