Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Dunville's Very Rare 10 Year Old Irish Whiskey

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Dunville's Very Rare 10 Year Old Irish Whiskey
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyDunville's
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£66.95£75
Rating5.00/54.45/5

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

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

Dunville's Very Rare 10 Year Old Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner65/100
Value59/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dunville's Very Rare 10 Year Old Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.45).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £75.

For beginners: Dunville's Very Rare 10 Year Old Irish Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 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 £75)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Dunville's Very Rare 10 Year Old Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£75 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 Dunville's?

Dunville's Very Rare 10 Year Old Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Dunville's Very Rare 10 Year Old Irish Whiskey

SherriedCooked FruitHoneyVanillaToasted

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