Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Macray 5 Year Old - 1970s

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Macray 5 Year Old - 1970s
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyMacnab
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.8%42%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£96
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Macray 5 Year Old - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Macray 5 Year Old - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £96.

For beginners: Macray 5 Year Old - 1970s is more approachable (75/100 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 £96)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Macray 5 Year Old - 1970s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£96 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 Macray?

Macray 5 Year Old - 1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Macray 5 Year Old - 1970s

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedFresh Fruit

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