Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tormore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 603) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
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
Tormore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 603) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£90
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tormore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 603) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Tormore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 64.2% |
| Age | 11 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tormore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 603) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tormore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 603) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £90.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £89.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tormore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 603) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (64.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £66.95)
- −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 Tormore?
Tormore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 603) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Tormore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 603) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)