Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£56
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.8% | 48.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £56.4 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £56 vs £67.
For beginners: Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£56.4 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £56.4)
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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 Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)