Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyRedbreast
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Pot Still
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yr12 yr
Price£66.95£69.99
Rating5.00/54.33/5

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

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

Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value62/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £70.

For beginners: Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder is more approachable (75/100 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 £69.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£69.99 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 Redbreast?

Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder

SherriedHoneyMalt ExtractVanillaToasted

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