Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Spey 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 100726) - Spirits Shop' Selection
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
Glen Spey 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 100726) - Spirits Shop' Selection
Glen Spey
£66
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glen Spey 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 100726) - Spirits Shop' Selection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Glen Spey |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 60.1% |
| Age | 11 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £65.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 100726) - Spirits Shop' Selection
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 100726) - Spirits Shop' Selection
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Spey 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 100726) - Spirits Shop' Selection is better value at £66 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 7 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £65.95)
Glen Spey 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 100726) - Spirits Shop' Selection
Pros
- +More affordable (£65.95 vs £66.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.1%) — 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 Glen?
Glen Spey 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 100726) - Spirits Shop' Selection 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 Glen Spey 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 100726) - Spirits Shop' Selection