Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlen MorayThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV52%48.8%
Age15 yr11 yr
Price£65£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

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

Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

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 Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £65 vs £67.

For beginners: Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£65 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (52%) — may need water
  • 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 £65)

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Moray 15 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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