Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Madeira Cask vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Madeira CaskIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBoannThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle Pot StillSingle Malt
ABV47%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£69.5£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Madeira Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Madeira Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £70.

For beginners: Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Madeira Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Madeira Cask

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£69.5 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £69.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Boann?

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Madeira Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still 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 Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Madeira Cask

Fresh FruitHoneyCitricToastedCooked Fruit

Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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