Edradour 12 Year Old 2007 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Edradour 12 Year Old 2007 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco DecanterIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryEdradourThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.5%48.8%
Age12 yr11 yr
Price£74.95£66.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Edradour 12 Year Old 2007 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner55/100
Value67/100

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

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

Edradour 12 Year Old 2007 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter

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 better value at £67 vs £75.

For beginners: Edradour 12 Year Old 2007 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Edradour 12 Year Old 2007 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£74.95 vs £66.95)
  • 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
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £74.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Edradour?

Edradour 12 Year Old 2007 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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 Edradour 12 Year Old 2007 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter

ChocolateVanillaHoneyToastedMalt Extract

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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