Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Heaven's Door Double Barrel WhiskeyIslay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryHeaven's DoorThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV50%48.8%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£70.75£66.95
Rating4.50/55.00/5

Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value64/100

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

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

Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey

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 4.50).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £71.

For beginners: Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£70.75 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 £70.75)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Heaven's?

Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey

VanillaNew WoodHoneyToastedCitric

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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