Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (Rare Find)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (Rare Find)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlenglassaugh
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%55.9%
Age11 yr11 yr
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

Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (Rare Find)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (Rare Find)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (Rare Find) 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)

Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (Rare Find)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£61.95 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55.9%) — 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 Glenglassaugh?

Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (Rare Find) 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 Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (Rare Find)

SherriedFresh FruitCitricHoneyToasted

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