Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Linkwood 10 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
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
Linkwood 10 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Linkwood
£60
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Linkwood 10 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 56% |
| Age | 11 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 10 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 10 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 10 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) is better value at £60 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)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £59.95)
Linkwood 10 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £66.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 10 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) 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 Linkwood 10 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)