Cameronbridge 24 Year Old 1992 (Master of Malt) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old 1992 (Master of Malt)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryCameron BridgeThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV51%48.8%
Age24 yr11 yr
Price£79.95£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old 1992 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old 1992 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £80.

For beginners: Cameronbridge 24 Year Old 1992 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old 1992 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (24 vs 11 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £79.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Cameronbridge?

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old 1992 (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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 Cameronbridge 24 Year Old 1992 (Master of Malt)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractOld WoodToasted

Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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