Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Jura 12 Year Old The Bay

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Jura 12 Year Old The Bay
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyJura
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%44%
Age11 yr12 yr
Price£66.95£59.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Jura 12 Year Old The Bay

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner65/100
Value83/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 12 Year Old The Bay

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 12 Year Old The Bay is better value at £60 vs £67.

For beginners: Jura 12 Year Old The Bay is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £59.95)

Jura 12 Year Old The Bay

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£59.95 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • 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 Jura?

Jura 12 Year Old The Bay suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Jura 12 Year Old The Bay

SherriedCooked FruitVanillaToastedHoney

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