Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi)
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 Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi)
Glen Elgin
£98
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Glen Elgin |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 49.3% |
| Age | 11 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £97.71 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi)
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 £98.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi) is more approachable (60/100 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 £97.71)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£97.71 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 Glen?
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi)