East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryEast London Liquor CompanyThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV57.6%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£76.5£66.95
Rating5.00/5

East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

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

East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)

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 £77.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£76.5 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £76.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy East?

East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57) 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 East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)

VanillaCitricNew WoodToasted

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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