Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old Pichon Baron Finish

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old Pichon Baron Finish
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyKnappogue Castle
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle MaltIrish
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£59.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old Pichon Baron Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old Pichon Baron Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old Pichon Baron Finish is better value at £60 vs £67.

For beginners: Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old Pichon Baron 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 £59.95)

Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old Pichon Baron Finish

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£59.95 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 Knappogue?

Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old Pichon Baron Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old Pichon Baron Finish

HoneySherriedNuttyCooked FruitFresh Fruit

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