Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Fusion Series #9 vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Fusion Series #9Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBardstown Bourbon CoThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV48.4%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£76.75£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Fusion Series #9

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

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

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Fusion Series #9

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 £77.

For beginners: Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Fusion Series #9 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Fusion Series #9

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£76.75 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 £76.75)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bardstown?

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Fusion Series #9 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Fusion Series #9

VanillaToastedChocolateNuttyHoney

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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