Blanton's Original Single Barrel vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blanton's Original Single Barrel
Blanton's
★ 3.80
£80
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Blanton's Original Single Barrel | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blanton's | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.5% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 3.80/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blanton's Original Single Barrel
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blanton's Original Single Barrel
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 3.80).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £80.
For beginners: Blanton's Original Single Barrel is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Blanton's Original Single Barrel
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £79.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blanton's?
Blanton's Original Single Barrel suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
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 Blanton's Original Single Barrel
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)