Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Blair Athol
★ 5.00
£73
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.3% | 48.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £73.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £66.95)
- −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
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £72.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)