Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Whistler Imperial Stout Cask Finish Irish Whiskey

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The Whistler Imperial Stout Cask Finish Irish Whiskey
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyBoann
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV48.8%43%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£49.83
Rating5.00/5

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

The Whistler Imperial Stout Cask Finish Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Whistler Imperial Stout Cask Finish Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Whistler Imperial Stout Cask Finish Irish Whiskey is better value at £50 vs £67.

For beginners: The Whistler Imperial Stout Cask Finish Irish Whiskey 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.83)

The Whistler Imperial Stout Cask Finish Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£49.83 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 Whistler Imperial Stout Cask Finish Irish Whiskey 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)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only The Whistler Imperial Stout Cask Finish Irish Whiskey

SherriedChocolateCooked FruitVanillaOily

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