Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£97
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.8% |
| Age | 25 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £96.67 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £97.
For beginners: Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£96.67 vs £66.95)
- −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
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £96.67)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Braes?
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)