Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Blairmhor 8 Year Old - 1990s
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
Blairmhor 8 Year Old - 1990s
Inver House
★ 4.67
£60
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Blairmhor 8 Year Old - 1990s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Inver House |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £59.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blairmhor 8 Year Old - 1990s
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blairmhor 8 Year Old - 1990s
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Blairmhor 8 Year Old - 1990s is better value at £60 vs £67.
For beginners: Blairmhor 8 Year Old - 1990s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £59.99)
Blairmhor 8 Year Old - 1990s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£59.99 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 Blairmhor?
Blairmhor 8 Year Old - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Blairmhor 8 Year Old - 1990s