Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Auchentoshan Blood Oak
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
Auchentoshan Blood Oak
Auchentoshan
★ 4.00
£73
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Auchentoshan Blood Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Auchentoshan |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £72.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Auchentoshan Blood Oak
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Auchentoshan Blood Oak
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £73.
For beginners: Auchentoshan Blood Oak is more approachable (65/100 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 £72.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Auchentoshan Blood Oak
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£72.5 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan Blood Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Auchentoshan Blood Oak