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

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyMacduff
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%49.1%
Age11 yr11 yr
Price£66.95£52.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner60/100
Value94/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £53 vs £67.

For beginners: Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £52.95)

Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£52.95 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • 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 Macduff?

Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (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 Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractHoneyFresh FruitToastedNutty

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