Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs New Riff Straight Balboa Rye
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
New Riff Straight Balboa Rye
New Riff
£92
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | New Riff Straight Balboa Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | New Riff |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 48.8% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | 4 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £92.28 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
New Riff Straight Balboa Rye
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
New Riff Straight Balboa Rye
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 £92.
For beginners: New Riff Straight Balboa Rye 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £92.28)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
New Riff Straight Balboa Rye
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£92.28 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 New?
New Riff Straight Balboa Rye 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)
Only New Riff Straight Balboa Rye