Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Blended Malt 25 Year Old 1993 (Master of Malt)
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
Blended Malt 25 Year Old 1993 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£90
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Blended Malt 25 Year Old 1993 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Master of Malt |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 44.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blended Malt 25 Year Old 1993 (Master of Malt)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blended Malt 25 Year Old 1993 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £90.
For beginners: Blended Malt 25 Year Old 1993 (Master of Malt) 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
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £89.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Blended Malt 25 Year Old 1993 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £66.95)
- −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 Blended?
Blended Malt 25 Year Old 1993 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Blended Malt 25 Year Old 1993 (Master of Malt)