Bushmills Rum Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills Rum Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection
Bushmills
★ 4.00
£71
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Bushmills Rum Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £70.5 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills Rum Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bushmills Rum Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection
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).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £71.
For beginners: Bushmills Rum Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bushmills Rum Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£70.5 vs £66.95)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £70.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills Rum Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Bushmills Rum Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)