Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of 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 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Blair Athol
★ 5.00
£50
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of 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 | 52.7% | 48.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.95)
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of 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 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)