Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs MacDonald's Traditional Ben Nevis Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)MacDonald's Traditional Ben Nevis Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyBen Nevis
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£50.75
Rating5.00/5

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

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

MacDonald's Traditional Ben Nevis Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

MacDonald's Traditional Ben Nevis Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

MacDonald's Traditional Ben Nevis Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £51 vs £67.

For beginners: MacDonald's Traditional Ben Nevis Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £50.75)

MacDonald's Traditional Ben Nevis Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£50.75 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • 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 MacDonald's?

MacDonald's Traditional Ben Nevis Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

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

MedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only MacDonald's Traditional Ben Nevis Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

ToastedMalt ExtractHoney

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