Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Dalwhinnie
★ 3.80
£55
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.8% |
| Age | 14 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £54.83 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 3.80/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
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 3.80).
Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition is better value at £55 vs £67.
For beginners: Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£54.83 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £54.83)
Who should buy Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition 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 Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)