Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenturret 27 Year Old 1986 (cask 308) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glenturret 27 Year Old 1986 (cask 308) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlenturret
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%48.5%
Age11 yr27 yr
Price£66.95£103.78
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glenturret 27 Year Old 1986 (cask 308) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 27 Year Old 1986 (cask 308) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £104.

For beginners: Glenturret 27 Year Old 1986 (cask 308) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £103.78)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenturret 27 Year Old 1986 (cask 308) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (27 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£103.78 vs £66.95)
  • 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 Glenturret?

Glenturret 27 Year Old 1986 (cask 308) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Glenturret 27 Year Old 1986 (cask 308) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

ToastedOld WoodMalt ExtractHoneyNutty

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