Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Macduff 21 Year Old (Master of Malt Christmas Bottling)
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 21 Year Old (Master of Malt Christmas Bottling)
Macduff
★ 4.67
£100
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Macduff 21 Year Old (Master of Malt Christmas Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Macduff |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46.3% |
| Age | 11 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Macduff 21 Year Old (Master of Malt Christmas Bottling)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Macduff 21 Year Old (Master of Malt Christmas Bottling)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £100.
For beginners: Macduff 21 Year Old (Master of Malt Christmas Bottling) 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 £99.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Macduff 21 Year Old (Master of Malt Christmas Bottling)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 21 Year Old (Master of Malt Christmas Bottling) 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 21 Year Old (Master of Malt Christmas Bottling)