Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Hive (Wemyss Malts) Gift Set with 2x Glencairn Glasses
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
The Hive (Wemyss Malts) Gift Set with 2x Glencairn Glasses
Wemyss Malts
£55
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Hive (Wemyss Malts) Gift Set with 2x Glencairn Glasses | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Wemyss Malts |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £54.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Hive (Wemyss Malts) Gift Set with 2x Glencairn Glasses
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Hive (Wemyss Malts) Gift Set with 2x Glencairn Glasses
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Hive (Wemyss Malts) Gift Set with 2x Glencairn Glasses is better value at £55 vs £67.
For beginners: The Hive (Wemyss Malts) Gift Set with 2x Glencairn Glasses 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £54.5)
The Hive (Wemyss Malts) Gift Set with 2x Glencairn Glasses
Pros
- +More affordable (£54.5 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 The?
The Hive (Wemyss Malts) Gift Set with 2x Glencairn Glasses suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The Hive (Wemyss Malts) Gift Set with 2x Glencairn Glasses