Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Ben Nevis 14 Year Old 2010 (Curious Whiskies)
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 14 Year Old 2010 (Curious Whiskies)
Ben Nevis
£74
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Ben Nevis 14 Year Old 2010 (Curious Whiskies) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Ben Nevis |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £73.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ben Nevis 14 Year Old 2010 (Curious Whiskies)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ben Nevis 14 Year Old 2010 (Curious Whiskies)
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 £74.
For beginners: Ben Nevis 14 Year Old 2010 (Curious Whiskies) is more approachable (65/100 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 £73.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ben Nevis 14 Year Old 2010 (Curious Whiskies)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£73.5 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 Ben?
Ben Nevis 14 Year Old 2010 (Curious Whiskies) 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 14 Year Old 2010 (Curious Whiskies)