Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Bimber Apogee XII 12 Year Old
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
Bimber Apogee XII 12 Year Old
Bimber
★ 3.00
£54
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Bimber Apogee XII 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Bimber |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46.3% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £53.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bimber Apogee XII 12 Year Old
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bimber Apogee XII 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Bimber Apogee XII 12 Year Old is better value at £54 vs £67.
For beginners: Bimber Apogee XII 12 Year Old 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 £53.9)
Bimber Apogee XII 12 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£53.9 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Bimber?
Bimber Apogee XII 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Bimber Apogee XII 12 Year Old