Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
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
Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
★ 1.00
£52
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Murray McDavid |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £52.44 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 1.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).
Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) is better value at £52 vs £67.
For beginners: Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (65/100 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 £52.44)
Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +More affordable (£52.44 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (1.0 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 Òrdha?
Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)