Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs McGuinness Old Canada - 1960s

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)McGuinness Old Canada - 1960s
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyMcGuinness Distillers Ltd.
Region
CountryScotlandCanada
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£72
Rating5.00/5

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

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

McGuinness Old Canada - 1960s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

McGuinness Old Canada - 1960s

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 £72.

For beginners: McGuinness Old Canada - 1960s 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 £72)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

McGuinness Old Canada - 1960s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£72 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 McGuinness?

McGuinness Old Canada - 1960s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only McGuinness Old Canada - 1960s

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

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