Benromach 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 37) Single Cask vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benromach 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 37) Single Cask
Benromach
£88
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Benromach 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 37) Single Cask | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benromach | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.1% | 48.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £87.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benromach 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 37) Single Cask
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benromach 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 37) Single Cask
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).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £88.
For beginners: Benromach 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 37) Single Cask is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Benromach 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 37) Single Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (60.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£87.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £87.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Benromach?
Benromach 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 37) Single Cask 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 Benromach 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 37) Single Cask
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)