Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyUncle Nearest
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltTennessee
ABV48.8%46.5%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£55.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey is better value at £56 vs £67.

For beginners: Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch 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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £55.95)

Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey

Pros

  • +More affordable (£55.95 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 Uncle?

Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch 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)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey

VanillaCooked FruitToastedHoney

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