Bower Hill Single Barrel vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bower Hill Single Barrel
Bower Hill
★ 4.50
£87
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Bower Hill Single Barrel | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bower Hill | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £86.61 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bower Hill Single Barrel
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bower Hill 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 4.50).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £87.
For beginners: Bower Hill Single Barrel is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bower Hill Single Barrel
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£86.61 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 £86.61)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bower?
Bower Hill 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 Bower Hill Single Barrel
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)