Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Littlemill 21 Year Old 1991 (The Whisky Club)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Littlemill 21 Year Old 1991 (The Whisky Club)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyLittlemill
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%52.4%
Age11 yr21 yr
Price£66.95£89.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Littlemill 21 Year Old 1991 (The Whisky Club)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Littlemill 21 Year Old 1991 (The Whisky Club)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £90.

For beginners: Littlemill 21 Year Old 1991 (The Whisky Club) 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £89.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Littlemill 21 Year Old 1991 (The Whisky Club)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£89.95 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 Littlemill?

Littlemill 21 Year Old 1991 (The Whisky Club) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Littlemill 21 Year Old 1991 (The Whisky Club)

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaMalt ExtractCitric

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