Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mackmyra Svensk Ek

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Mackmyra Svensk Ek
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyMackmyra
Region
CountryScotlandSweden
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46.1%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£61.9
Rating5.00/54.10/5

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

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

Mackmyra Svensk Ek

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner60/100
Value66/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mackmyra Svensk Ek

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.10).

Mackmyra Svensk Ek is better value at £62 vs £67.

For beginners: Mackmyra Svensk Ek 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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £61.9)

Mackmyra Svensk Ek

Pros

  • +More affordable (£61.9 vs £66.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.1 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 Mackmyra?

Mackmyra Svensk Ek suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Mackmyra Svensk Ek

VanillaToastedHoneyFresh FruitOily

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