Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyEdradour
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£66.95£49.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses is better value at £50 vs £67.

For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.9)

Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£49.9 vs £66.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • 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 Edradour?

Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses

HoneyMalt ExtractFresh FruitVanillaToasted

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