Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Roland Champion Grand Eclate 2016 Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne
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
Roland Champion Grand Eclate 2016 Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Roland Champion
£51
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Roland Champion Grand Eclate 2016 Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Roland Champion |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £51.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Roland Champion Grand Eclate 2016 Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Roland Champion Grand Eclate 2016 Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Roland Champion Grand Eclate 2016 Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne is better value at £51 vs £67.
For beginners: Roland Champion Grand Eclate 2016 Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £51.25)
Roland Champion Grand Eclate 2016 Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£51.25 vs £66.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Roland?
Roland Champion Grand Eclate 2016 Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Roland Champion Grand Eclate 2016 Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne