Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenturret
£103
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.4% | 48.8% |
| Age | 27 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £103.25 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £103.
For beginners: Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£103.25 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 £103.25)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)