Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Domaine des Hautes Glaces Epistémè R18P23 Yellow Circle Organic Whisky

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Domaine des Hautes Glaces Epistémè R18P23 Yellow Circle Organic Whisky
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyDomaine des Hautes Glaces
Region
CountryScotlandFrance
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%47%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£81.01
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Domaine des Hautes Glaces Epistémè R18P23 Yellow Circle Organic Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Domaine des Hautes Glaces Epistémè R18P23 Yellow Circle Organic Whisky

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 £81.

For beginners: Domaine des Hautes Glaces Epistémè R18P23 Yellow Circle Organic Whisky 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 £81.01)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Domaine des Hautes Glaces Epistémè R18P23 Yellow Circle Organic Whisky

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£81.01 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 Domaine?

Domaine des Hautes Glaces Epistémè R18P23 Yellow Circle Organic Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Domaine des Hautes Glaces Epistémè R18P23 Yellow Circle Organic Whisky

YeastyMalt ExtractFresh FruitVegetativeToasted

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