Four Roses Small Batch Select vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Four Roses Small Batch Select
Four Roses
★ 5.00
£53
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Four Roses Small Batch Select | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Four Roses | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £52.57 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Four Roses Small Batch Select
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Four Roses Small Batch Select
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Four Roses Small Batch Select is better value at £53 vs £67.
For beginners: Four Roses Small Batch Select is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Four Roses Small Batch Select
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£52.57 vs £66.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £52.57)
Who should buy Four?
Four Roses Small Batch Select 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 Four Roses Small Batch Select
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)