Glenfiddich Pure Malt 8 Year Old - 1970s vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich Pure Malt 8 Year Old - 1970s
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£100
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Glenfiddich Pure Malt 8 Year Old - 1970s | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenfiddich Pure Malt 8 Year Old - 1970s
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenfiddich Pure Malt 8 Year Old - 1970s
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 £100.
For beginners: Glenfiddich Pure Malt 8 Year Old - 1970s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich Pure Malt 8 Year Old - 1970s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.99 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 £99.99)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich Pure Malt 8 Year Old - 1970s 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
Only Glenfiddich Pure Malt 8 Year Old - 1970s
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)