Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Jura 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 16478) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Jura 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 16478) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyJura
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%48.4%
Age11 yr13 yr
Price£66.95£69.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Jura 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 16478) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner60/100
Value71/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 16478) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £70.

For beginners: Jura 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 16478) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £69.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Jura 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 16478) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£69.95 vs £66.95)
  • 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 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 16478) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 16478) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Fresh FruitMalt ExtractHoneyNutty

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