Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 1820) (Adelphi)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 1820) (Adelphi)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlenlossie
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%59.4%
Age11 yr13 yr
Price£66.95£90.73
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 1820) (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 1820) (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £91.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £90.73)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 1820) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£90.73 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Glenlossie?

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 1820) (Adelphi) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 1820) (Adelphi)

Fresh FruitHoneyMalt ExtractYeasty

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