Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 58.5%
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
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 58.5%
Edradour
£51
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 58.5% | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Edradour |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 58.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £50.52 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 58.5%
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 58.5%
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 58.5% is better value at £51 vs £67.
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)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £50.52)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 58.5%
Pros
- +More affordable (£50.52 vs £66.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −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 2002 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 58.5% 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 Edradour 10 Year Old 2002 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 58.5%