Gelston's 12 Year Old Rum Cask Finish vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gelston's 12 Year Old Rum Cask Finish
Gelston's
★ 3.50
£50
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Gelston's 12 Year Old Rum Cask Finish | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Gelston's | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £49.53 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 3.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Gelston's 12 Year Old Rum Cask Finish
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Gelston's 12 Year Old Rum Cask Finish
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 3.50).
Gelston's 12 Year Old Rum Cask Finish is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: Gelston's 12 Year Old Rum Cask Finish is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Gelston's 12 Year Old Rum Cask Finish
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£49.53 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 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 £49.53)
Who should buy Gelston's?
Gelston's 12 Year Old Rum Cask Finish 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 Gelston's 12 Year Old Rum Cask Finish
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)