Ardnamurchan AD Madeira Release 2025 Highland Single Malt Spirit vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Ardnamurchan AD Madeira Release 2025 Highland Single Malt SpiritIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryArdnamurchanThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£63.25£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Ardnamurchan AD Madeira Release 2025 Highland Single Malt Spirit

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

Ardnamurchan AD Madeira Release 2025 Highland Single Malt Spirit

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).

Ardnamurchan AD Madeira Release 2025 Highland Single Malt Spirit is better value at £63 vs £67.

For beginners: Ardnamurchan AD Madeira Release 2025 Highland Single Malt Spirit is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Ardnamurchan AD Madeira Release 2025 Highland Single Malt Spirit

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£63.25 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £63.25)

Who should buy Ardnamurchan?

Ardnamurchan AD Madeira Release 2025 Highland Single Malt Spirit 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 Ardnamurchan AD Madeira Release 2025 Highland Single Malt Spirit

ChocolateCooked FruitToastedCitricHoney

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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