Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2013 (Parcel No.12) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
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
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2013 (Parcel No.12) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Ben Nevis
£65
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2013 (Parcel No.12) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Ben Nevis |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 48% |
| Age | 11 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2013 (Parcel No.12) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2013 (Parcel No.12) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2013 (Parcel No.12) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) is better value at £65 vs £67.
For beginners: Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2013 (Parcel No.12) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) is more approachable (60/100 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 9 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £64.95)
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2013 (Parcel No.12) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Pros
- +More affordable (£64.95 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 Ben?
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2013 (Parcel No.12) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2013 (Parcel No.12) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)