Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2006 (1st Release) Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter
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
Edradour 10 Year Old 2006 (1st Release) Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter
Edradour
£67
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Edradour 10 Year Old 2006 (1st Release) Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Edradour |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 60.2% |
| Age | 11 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £66.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2006 (1st Release) Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2006 (1st Release) Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 10 Year Old 2006 (1st Release) Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter is better value at £67 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 £66.5)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2006 (1st Release) Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter
Pros
- +More affordable (£66.5 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — 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 Edradour?
Edradour 10 Year Old 2006 (1st Release) Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter 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 Edradour 10 Year Old 2006 (1st Release) Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter