Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tobermory 15 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Tobermory 15 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%56.6%
Age11 yr15 yr
Price£66.95£84.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Tobermory 15 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 15 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £85.

For beginners: Tobermory 15 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (55/100 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 £84.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tobermory 15 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£84.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Tobermory?

Tobermory 15 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Tobermory 15 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Malt ExtractFresh FruitHoneyVanilla

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