Copperworks American Single Malt Cask 356 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Copperworks American Single Malt Cask 356 / Exclusive to The Whisky ExchangeIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryCopperworksThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£89.95£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Copperworks American Single Malt Cask 356 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

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

Copperworks American Single Malt Cask 356 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

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 £90.

For beginners: Copperworks American Single Malt Cask 356 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Copperworks American Single Malt Cask 356 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £89.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Copperworks?

Copperworks American Single Malt Cask 356 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Copperworks American Single Malt Cask 356 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

Malt ExtractCitricToastedHoneyNew Wood

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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