Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Connacht Batch One

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Connacht Batch One
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyConnacht
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%47%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£52.95
Rating5.00/54.00/5

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

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

Connacht Batch One

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value76/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Connacht Batch One

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Connacht Batch One is better value at £53 vs £67.

For beginners: Connacht Batch One is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £52.95)

Connacht Batch One

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£52.95 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Connacht?

Connacht Batch One suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Connacht Batch One

SherriedVanillaFresh FruitToasted

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