Clynelish 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 51253) - (Adelphi) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 51253) - (Adelphi)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryClynelishThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.9%48.8%
Age10 yr11 yr
Price£80.95£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 51253) - (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

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

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 51253) - (Adelphi)

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 £81.

For beginners: Clynelish 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 51253) - (Adelphi) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 51253) - (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£80.95 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 £80.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 51253) - (Adelphi) 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 Clynelish 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 51253) - (Adelphi)

VanillaMalt ExtractFresh FruitHoneyNew Wood

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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