Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Michter's US*1 Bourbon

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Michter's US*1 Bourbon
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyMichter's Distillery
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV48.8%45.7%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£57.95
Rating5.00/54.26/5

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

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

Michter's US*1 Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner65/100
Value74/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Michter's US*1 Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.26).

Michter's US*1 Bourbon is better value at £58 vs £67.

For beginners: Michter's US*1 Bourbon 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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £57.95)

Michter's US*1 Bourbon

Pros

  • +More affordable (£57.95 vs £66.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 Michter's?

Michter's US*1 Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Michter's US*1 Bourbon

VanillaChocolateFresh FruitToastedNutty

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