Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky
Cotswolds
★ 4.67
£55
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cotswolds | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.5% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £55.28 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky is better value at £55 vs £67.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£55.28 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (60.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £55.28)
Who should buy Cotswolds?
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 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 Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)