Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tácnbora Cognac Finish

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Tácnbora Cognac Finish
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyAd Gefrin
Region
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.8%58.6%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£57
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Tácnbora Cognac Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tácnbora Cognac Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tácnbora Cognac Finish is better value at £57 vs £67.

For beginners: Tácnbora Cognac Finish is more approachable (55/100 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 £57)

Tácnbora Cognac Finish

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£57 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
  • 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 Tácnbora?

Tácnbora Cognac Finish suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Tácnbora Cognac Finish

HoneyCooked FruitVanilla

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