Cameronbridge 27 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (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 27 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryCameron BridgeThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV48.9%48.8%
Age27 yr11 yr
Price£79.95£66.95
Rating1.00/55.00/5

Cameronbridge 27 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner75/100
Value13/100

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

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

Cameronbridge 27 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (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 1.00).

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

For beginners: Cameronbridge 27 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Cameronbridge 27 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (27 vs 11 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (1.0 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 £79.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Cameronbridge?

Cameronbridge 27 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Cameronbridge 27 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractNew WoodYeasty

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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