Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Orkney 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 18701) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
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
Orkney 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 18701) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Hunter Laing
★ 3.00
£93
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Orkney 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 18701) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Hunter Laing |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 62.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £92.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Orkney 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 18701) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Orkney 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 18701) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £93.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 £92.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Orkney 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 18701) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (62.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£92.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
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 Orkney?
Orkney 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 18701) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Orkney 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 18701) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)