Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
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
Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Chorlton Whisky
★ 4.00
£65
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Chorlton Whisky |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 62.9% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) is better value at £65 vs £67.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 £64.95)
Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Pros
- +More affordable (£64.95 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (62.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Orkney?
Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)