Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Busker
£49

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Busker | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Irish | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £49.25 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey
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 0.00).
Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey is better value at £49 vs £67.
For beginners: Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£49.25 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.25)
Who should buy Busker?
Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish 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 Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)