Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryClynelishThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV49.3%48.8%
Age15 yr11 yr
Price£66.95£66.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value75/100

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

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

Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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 better value at £67 vs £67.

For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 15 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 Highland 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 Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaToasted

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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