Glen Spey 11 Year Old 2007 - James Eadie vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glen Spey 11 Year Old 2007 - James EadieIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlen SpeyThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.9%48.8%
Age11 yr11 yr
Price£57.95£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Spey 11 Year Old 2007 - James Eadie

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

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

Glen Spey 11 Year Old 2007 - James Eadie

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 Spey 11 Year Old 2007 - James Eadie is better value at £58 vs £67.

For beginners: Glen Spey 11 Year Old 2007 - James Eadie is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Glen Spey 11 Year Old 2007 - James Eadie

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£57.95 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (58.9%) — 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 £57.95)

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Spey 11 Year Old 2007 - James Eadie suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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 Spey 11 Year Old 2007 - James Eadie

SherriedCooked FruitVanillaOld Wood

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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