Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Knockdhu 9 Year Old 2016 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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
Knockdhu 9 Year Old 2016 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Knockdhu
£60
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Knockdhu 9 Year Old 2016 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Knockdhu |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £59.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Knockdhu 9 Year Old 2016 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Knockdhu 9 Year Old 2016 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Knockdhu 9 Year Old 2016 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £60 vs £67.
For beginners: Knockdhu 9 Year Old 2016 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £59.5)
Knockdhu 9 Year Old 2016 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£59.5 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Knockdhu?
Knockdhu 9 Year Old 2016 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Knockdhu 9 Year Old 2016 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)