Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Strathisla 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)
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
Strathisla 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)
Strathisla
£71
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Strathisla 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Strathisla |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 43% |
| Age | 11 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £70.97 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathisla 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathisla 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £71.
For beginners: Strathisla 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail) is more approachable (90/100 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 £70.97)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Strathisla 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£70.97 vs £66.95)
- −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 Strathisla?
Strathisla 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Strathisla 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)