Adnams Distiller's Choice 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky, 70cl (No Gift Box) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Adnams Distiller's Choice 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky, 70cl (No Gift Box)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryAdnamsThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£69.99£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Adnams Distiller's Choice 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky, 70cl (No Gift Box)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

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

Adnams Distiller's Choice 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky, 70cl (No Gift Box)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

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 £70.

For beginners: Adnams Distiller's Choice 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky, 70cl (No Gift Box) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Adnams Distiller's Choice 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky, 70cl (No Gift Box)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£69.99 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £69.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Adnams?

Adnams Distiller's Choice 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky, 70cl (No Gift Box) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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 Adnams Distiller's Choice 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky, 70cl (No Gift Box)

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaFresh FruitToasted

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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