Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 901035) (Scotland Grindlay)
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
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 901035) (Scotland Grindlay)
Craigellachie
£52
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 901035) (Scotland Grindlay) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £51.69 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 901035) (Scotland Grindlay)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 901035) (Scotland Grindlay)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 901035) (Scotland Grindlay) is better value at £52 vs £67.
For beginners: Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 901035) (Scotland Grindlay) 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 £51.69)
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 901035) (Scotland Grindlay)
Pros
- +More affordable (£51.69 vs £66.95)
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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 901035) (Scotland Grindlay) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 901035) (Scotland Grindlay)