Glen Scotia 16 Year Old vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£85
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Glen Scotia 16 Year Old | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.8% |
| Age | 16 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £84.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £85.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 16 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.95 vs £66.95)
- −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
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £84.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 16 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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
Only Glen Scotia 16 Year Old
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)