Basil Hayden's Bourbon 75cl vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Basil Hayden's Bourbon 75cl
Basil Hayden's
★ 3.60
£72
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Basil Hayden's Bourbon 75cl | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Basil Hayden's | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £71.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 3.60/5 | 5.00/5 |
Basil Hayden's Bourbon 75cl
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Basil Hayden's Bourbon 75cl
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 3.60).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £72.
For beginners: Basil Hayden's Bourbon 75cl is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Basil Hayden's Bourbon 75cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.6 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 £71.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Basil?
Basil Hayden's Bourbon 75cl 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 Basil Hayden's Bourbon 75cl
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)