Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Moray
£102
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.7% | 48.8% |
| Age | 38 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £102.45 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
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 £102.
For beginners: Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£102.45 vs £66.95)
- −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 affordable (£66.95 vs £102.45)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
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