Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyKyrö Distillery Company
Region
CountryScotlandFinland
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV48.8%60.9%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£61.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive) is better value at £62 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 £61.95)

Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£61.95 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (60.9%) — may need water
  • 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 Kyrö's?

Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive)

VanillaHoneyToastedNutty

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