Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Johnnie Walker 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Johnnie Walker 18 Year Old
Johnnie Walker
★ 4.15
£82
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Johnnie Walker 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £81.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.15/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Johnnie Walker 18 Year Old
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Johnnie Walker 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.15).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £82.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
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 £81.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Johnnie Walker 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£81.9 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker 18 Year Old 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
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Johnnie Walker 18 Year Old