Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs GlenAllachie 12 Year Old Spanish Oak Finish

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)GlenAllachie 12 Year Old Spanish Oak Finish
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlenAllachie
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%48%
Age11 yr12 yr
Price£66.95£62.46
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

GlenAllachie 12 Year Old Spanish Oak Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value80/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

GlenAllachie 12 Year Old Spanish Oak Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

GlenAllachie 12 Year Old Spanish Oak Finish is better value at £62 vs £67.

For beginners: GlenAllachie 12 Year Old Spanish Oak Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £62.46)

GlenAllachie 12 Year Old Spanish Oak Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£62.46 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

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 GlenAllachie?

GlenAllachie 12 Year Old Spanish Oak Finish 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)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only GlenAllachie 12 Year Old Spanish Oak Finish

VanillaNew WoodHoneyToastedMalt Extract

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