Dingle Single Malt vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Dingle Single MaltIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThe Dingle DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.5%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£55£66.95
Rating4.25/55.00/5

Dingle Single Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner60/100
Value77/100

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

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

Dingle Single 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 rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).

Dingle Single Malt is better value at £55 vs £67.

For beginners: Dingle Single Malt is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Dingle Single Malt

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£55 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.3 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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £55)

Who should buy Dingle?

Dingle Single Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Dingle Single Malt

SherriedFresh FruitHoneyCooked FruitToasted

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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