GlenDronach 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 4923) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

GlenDronach 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 4923)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlenDronachThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.9%48.8%
Age19 yr11 yr
Price£103.4£66.95
Rating5.00/5

GlenDronach 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 4923)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

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

GlenDronach 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 4923)

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).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £103.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

GlenDronach 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 4923)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (19 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£103.4 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 £103.4)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy GlenDronach?

GlenDronach 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 4923) 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

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only GlenDronach 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 4923)

SherriedChocolateToasted

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

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

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