Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Aberlour
★ 4.00
£51
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.8% | 48.8% |
| Age | 19 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £51.45 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £51 vs £67.
For beginners: Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£51.45 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £51.45)
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)