Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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
North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
North British
★ 5.00
£81
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | North British |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48.8% | 50.9% |
| Age | 11 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £80.93 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £81.
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
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £80.93)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£80.93 vs £66.95)
- −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 North?
North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)