Green Spot Château Montelena vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Green Spot Château MontelenaIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistillerySpot WhiskeyThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle Pot StillSingle Malt
ABV46%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£71.5£66.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Green Spot Château Montelena

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value70/100

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

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

Green Spot Château Montelena

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 better value at £67 vs £72.

For beginners: Green Spot Château Montelena is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Green Spot Château Montelena

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£71.5 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 £71.5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Green?

Green Spot Château Montelena suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still 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 Green Spot Château Montelena

SherriedFresh FruitCooked FruitHoney

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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