Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5048) (Adelphi)
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
Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5048) (Adelphi)
Linkwood
£82
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5048) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 48.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £82.42 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5048) (Adelphi)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5048) (Adelphi)
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 £82.
For beginners: Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5048) (Adelphi) 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 £82.42)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5048) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.42 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5048) (Adelphi) 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 Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 5048) (Adelphi)