Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) 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 Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryCameron BridgeThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV50.2%48.8%
Age24 yr11 yr
Price£81.95£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

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

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)

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 £82.

For beginners: Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (24 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£81.95 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 £81.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Cameronbridge?

Cameronbridge 24 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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 Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)

SherriedCooked FruitHoneyVanillaOld Wood

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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