Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs North British 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 15587) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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
North British 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 15587) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
North British
£65
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | North British 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 15587) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | North British |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48.8% | 48.4% |
| Age | 11 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £64.94 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 15587) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 15587) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 15587) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £65 vs £67.
For beginners: North British 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 15587) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 £64.94)
North British 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 15587) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£64.94 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
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 North?
North British 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 15587) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only North British 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 15587) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)