Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Aberfeldy 9 Year Old 2015 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Aberfeldy 9 Year Old 2015 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyAberfeldy
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%50%
Age11 yr9 yr
Price£66.95£57.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Aberfeldy 9 Year Old 2015 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Aberfeldy 9 Year Old 2015 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Aberfeldy 9 Year Old 2015 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £58 vs £67.

For beginners: Aberfeldy 9 Year Old 2015 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 9 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £57.5)

Aberfeldy 9 Year Old 2015 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£57.5 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 Aberfeldy?

Aberfeldy 9 Year Old 2015 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 Aberfeldy 9 Year Old 2015 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

HoneyVanillaCooked FruitToasted

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