Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tormore 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 20100) (Rest & Be Thankful)
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
Tormore 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 20100) (Rest & Be Thankful)
Tormore
★ 4.00
£100
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tormore 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 20100) (Rest & Be Thankful) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Tormore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 44.7% |
| Age | 11 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tormore 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 20100) (Rest & Be Thankful)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tormore 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 20100) (Rest & Be Thankful)
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 £100.
For beginners: Tormore 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 20100) (Rest & Be Thankful) 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 £99.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tormore 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 20100) (Rest & Be Thankful)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.95 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 Tormore?
Tormore 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 20100) (Rest & Be Thankful) 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 Tormore 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 20100) (Rest & Be Thankful)