Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 7)
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
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 7)
Never Say Die
£80
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 7) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Never Say Die |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48.8% | 60.6% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £79.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 7)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 7)
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 £80.
For beginners: Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 7) 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 £79.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 7)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.9 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 Never?
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 7) 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)
Only Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 7)