Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glentauchers 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glentauchers 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlentauchers
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yr17 yr
Price£66.95£55.58
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Glentauchers 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value90/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glentauchers 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glentauchers 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £56 vs £67.

For beginners: Glentauchers 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £55.58)

Glentauchers 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£55.58 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (17 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • 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 Glentauchers?

Glentauchers 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) 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 Glentauchers 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

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