Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
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
Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Macduff
£80
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Macduff |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
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 £80.
For beginners: Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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 £79.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Macduff?
Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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)
Only Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)