Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Lark Distiller's Selection Port Cask Matured (cask 396)
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
Lark Distiller's Selection Port Cask Matured (cask 396)
Lark Distillery
★ 4.00
£110
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Lark Distiller's Selection Port Cask Matured (cask 396) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Lark Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lark Distiller's Selection Port Cask Matured (cask 396)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lark Distiller's Selection Port Cask Matured (cask 396)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £110.
For beginners: Lark Distiller's Selection Port Cask Matured (cask 396) 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)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £109.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Lark Distiller's Selection Port Cask Matured (cask 396)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Lark?
Lark Distiller's Selection Port Cask Matured (cask 396) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Lark Distiller's Selection Port Cask Matured (cask 396)