Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask
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
Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask
Kavalan
£94
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Kavalan |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Taiwan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 57.1% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £93.51 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £94.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 £93.51)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£93.51 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Kavalan?
Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask