Girvan 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 37525) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Girvan 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 37525) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Girvan
£94
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Girvan 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 37525) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Girvan | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 48.8% |
| Age | 23 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £93.86 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Girvan 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 37525) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Girvan 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 37525) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £94.
For beginners: Girvan 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 37525) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Girvan 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 37525) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£93.86 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 £93.86)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Girvan?
Girvan 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 37525) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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 Girvan 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 37525) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)