Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Highland Malt Fisher in a Bottle

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Highland Malt Fisher in a Bottle
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyHighland Malt
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£72.49
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Highland Malt Fisher in a Bottle

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

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Malt Fisher in a Bottle

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 £72.

For beginners: Highland Malt Fisher in a Bottle 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £72.49)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Highland Malt Fisher in a Bottle

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£72.49 vs £66.95)
  • 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 Highland?

Highland Malt Fisher in a Bottle suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Highland Malt Fisher in a Bottle

Malt ExtractToastedVanillaFresh Fruit

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