Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£50
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 48.8% |
| Age | 9 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £49.96 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.96 vs £66.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.96)
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured 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 Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)