Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Balvenie 12 Year Old Single Barrel - First Fill
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
Balvenie 12 Year Old Single Barrel - First Fill
Balvenie
★ 4.50
£80
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Balvenie 12 Year Old Single Barrel - First Fill | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 47.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £79.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balvenie 12 Year Old Single Barrel - First Fill
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balvenie 12 Year Old Single Barrel - First Fill
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £80.
For beginners: Balvenie 12 Year Old Single Barrel - First Fill is more approachable (60/100 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 £79.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balvenie 12 Year Old Single Barrel - First Fill
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.99 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 Balvenie?
Balvenie 12 Year Old Single Barrel - First Fill suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Balvenie 12 Year Old Single Barrel - First Fill