Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Glenglassaugh
£100
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenglassaugh | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.2% | 48.8% |
| Age | 9 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
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 £100.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.95 vs £66.95)
- −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 affordable (£66.95 vs £99.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)