Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club)
Benrinnes
£50
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club) | 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 | 55% | 48.8% |
| Age | 14 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club)
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 0.00).
Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club) is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −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 £49.95)
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club) 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 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)