Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs McKenzie Bottled in Bond Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
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
McKenzie Bottled in Bond Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
McKenzie
£55
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | McKenzie Bottled in Bond Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | McKenzie |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
McKenzie Bottled in Bond Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
McKenzie Bottled in Bond Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
McKenzie Bottled in Bond Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £55 vs £67.
For beginners: McKenzie Bottled in Bond Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £54.95)
McKenzie Bottled in Bond Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£54.95 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −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 McKenzie?
McKenzie Bottled in Bond Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey 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)
Only McKenzie Bottled in Bond Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey