Blair Athol 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 3887) - James Eadie vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 3887) - James Eadie
Blair Athol
★ 4.00
£71
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Blair Athol 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 3887) - James Eadie | 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 | 58.2% | 48.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £71.22 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 3887) - James Eadie
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blair Athol 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 3887) - James Eadie
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 4.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £71.
For beginners: Blair Athol 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 3887) - James Eadie is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 3887) - James Eadie
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.22 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £71.22)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 3887) - James Eadie 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 Blair Athol 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 3887) - James Eadie
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)