Glen Keith 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 72577 & 72528) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glen Keith 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 72577 & 72528) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlen KeithThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%48.8%
Age19 yr11 yr
Price£48.86£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Keith 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 72577 & 72528) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

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

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

Glen Keith 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 72577 & 72528) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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).

Glen Keith 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 72577 & 72528) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £49 vs £67.

For beginners: Glen Keith 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 72577 & 72528) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Glen Keith 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 72577 & 72528) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£48.86 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (19 vs 11 years)

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 £48.86)

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Keith 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 72577 & 72528) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 Glen Keith 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 72577 & 72528) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaFresh Fruit

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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