Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 1993 - Lady Of The Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 1993 - Lady Of The Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlen GariochThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.4%48.8%
Age21 yr11 yr
Price£99.72£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 1993 - Lady Of The Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

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

Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 1993 - Lady Of The Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

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 rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £100.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 1993 - Lady Of The Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£99.72 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 £99.72)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 1993 - Lady Of The Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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 Glen Garioch 21 Year Old 1993 - Lady Of The Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

NuttyHoneyOld Wood

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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