Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs GlenAllachie 12 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Wine Cask Finish
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
GlenAllachie 12 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Wine Cask Finish
GlenAllachie
£62
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | GlenAllachie 12 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Wine Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | GlenAllachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 48% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £61.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
GlenAllachie 12 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Wine Cask Finish
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
GlenAllachie 12 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Wine Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
GlenAllachie 12 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Wine Cask Finish is better value at £62 vs £67.
For beginners: GlenAllachie 12 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Wine Cask Finish is more approachable (75/100 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 £61.95)
GlenAllachie 12 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Wine Cask Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£61.95 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 GlenAllachie?
GlenAllachie 12 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Wine Cask Finish is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only GlenAllachie 12 Year Old 2012 Sauternes Wine Cask Finish