Boxes Blend vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Boxes Blend
Boxes
★ 4.00
£58
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Boxes Blend | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Boxes | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.9% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £57.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Boxes Blend
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Boxes Blend
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).
Boxes Blend is better value at £58 vs £67.
For beginners: Boxes Blend is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Boxes Blend
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£57.95 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £57.95)
Who should buy Boxes?
Boxes Blend suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Boxes Blend
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)