Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tormore 2009 Legacy / Bourbon Cask #4046 / Whisky Show 2025 Speyside Whisky

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Tormore 2009 Legacy / Bourbon Cask #4046 / Whisky Show 2025 Speyside Whisky
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyTormore
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£105
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Tormore 2009 Legacy / Bourbon Cask #4046 / Whisky Show 2025 Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tormore 2009 Legacy / Bourbon Cask #4046 / Whisky Show 2025 Speyside Whisky

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 £105.

For beginners: Tormore 2009 Legacy / Bourbon Cask #4046 / Whisky Show 2025 Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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 £105)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tormore 2009 Legacy / Bourbon Cask #4046 / Whisky Show 2025 Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£105 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 Tormore?

Tormore 2009 Legacy / Bourbon Cask #4046 / Whisky Show 2025 Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Tormore 2009 Legacy / Bourbon Cask #4046 / Whisky Show 2025 Speyside Whisky

HoneyFresh FruitVanillaToastedMalt Extract

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