Glenallachie 9 Year Old 2014 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (56.1%) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenallachie 9 Year Old 2014 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (56.1%)
GlenAllachie
£69
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Glenallachie 9 Year Old 2014 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (56.1%) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenAllachie | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.1% | 48.8% |
| Age | 9 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £68.58 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenallachie 9 Year Old 2014 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (56.1%)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenallachie 9 Year Old 2014 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (56.1%)
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 £69.
For beginners: Glenallachie 9 Year Old 2014 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (56.1%) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glenallachie 9 Year Old 2014 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (56.1%)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.58 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £68.58)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenallachie?
Glenallachie 9 Year Old 2014 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (56.1%) 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 Glenallachie 9 Year Old 2014 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (56.1%)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)