Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£6
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Glenrothes
★ 3.78
£5
| Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Glenrothes 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Glenrothes |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.9% | 40% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £6.01 | £5.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.78/5 |
Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.78).
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old is better value at £5 vs £6.
For beginners: The Glenrothes 12 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£6.01 vs £5.3)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£5.3 vs £6.01)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (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.
Who should buy The?
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 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 Islay #1 10 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The Glenrothes 12 Year Old