Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlen Moray
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%52%
Age11 yr15 yr
Price£66.95£65
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £65 vs £67.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 £65)

Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£65 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (52%) — 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 Glen?

Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

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