Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Linkwood 1991 - Boisdale (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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
Linkwood 1991 - Boisdale (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£72
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Linkwood 1991 - Boisdale (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £71.71 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 1991 - Boisdale (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 1991 - Boisdale (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £72.
For beginners: Linkwood 1991 - Boisdale (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 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 £71.71)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Linkwood 1991 - Boisdale (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£71.71 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 1991 - Boisdale (Berry Bros. & Rudd) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Linkwood 1991 - Boisdale (Berry Bros. & Rudd)