Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 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.

Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryCopperworksThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.5%48.8%
Age3 yr11 yr
Price£69.95£66.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner50/100
Value71/100

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

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

Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 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 better value at £67 vs £70.

For beginners: Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.95 vs £66.95)
  • 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
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £69.95)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 3 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Copperworks?

Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (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 Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Fresh FruitToastedNew WoodVanillaHoney

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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