Islay #2 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Johnnie Walker Premier

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

Islay #2 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Johnnie Walker Premier
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyJohnnie Walker
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.6%43%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£154.95£199
Rating5.00/5

Islay #2 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke65/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Johnnie Walker Premier

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value25/100

Islay #2 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Johnnie Walker Premier

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Johnnie Walker Premier is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Islay #2 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £155 vs £199.

For beginners: Johnnie Walker Premier is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Islay #2 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£154.95 vs £199)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Johnnie Walker Premier

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£199 vs £154.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Islay?

Islay #2 25 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.

Who should buy Johnnie?

Johnnie Walker Premier suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried Fruit

Only Islay #2 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyKipperyLeathery

Only Johnnie Walker Premier

SherriedChocolateTobacco

Explore more