Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six
Forest Distillery
£56
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Forest Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £55.5 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six
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 0.00).
Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six is better value at £56 vs £67.
For beginners: Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£55.5 vs £66.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £55.5)
Who should buy Forest?
Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)