Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 402) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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 2004 (cask 402) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyEdradour
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£66.95£55.04
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Edradour 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 402) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 402) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Edradour 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 402) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £55 vs £67.

For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 402) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £55.04)

Edradour 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 402) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£55.04 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • 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 Edradour?

Edradour 10 Year Old 2004 (cask 402) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 2004 (cask 402) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh FruitHoneyToasted

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