Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Speyburn 8 Year Old 2007 - Young Rebels Collection No.1 (Hidden Spirits)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Speyburn 8 Year Old 2007 - Young Rebels Collection No.1 (Hidden Spirits)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanySpeyburn
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%48%
Age11 yr8 yr
Price£66.95£84.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Speyburn 8 Year Old 2007 - Young Rebels Collection No.1 (Hidden Spirits)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Speyburn 8 Year Old 2007 - Young Rebels Collection No.1 (Hidden Spirits)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £85.

For beginners: Speyburn 8 Year Old 2007 - Young Rebels Collection No.1 (Hidden Spirits) 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £84.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Speyburn 8 Year Old 2007 - Young Rebels Collection No.1 (Hidden Spirits)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.95 vs £66.95)
  • 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 Speyburn?

Speyburn 8 Year Old 2007 - Young Rebels Collection No.1 (Hidden Spirits) 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)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Speyburn 8 Year Old 2007 - Young Rebels Collection No.1 (Hidden Spirits)

Malt ExtractFresh FruitVanillaHoneyToasted

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