Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs McKenzie Straight 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 Straight Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
McKenzie
£50
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | McKenzie Straight 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 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
McKenzie Straight Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
McKenzie Straight 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 Straight Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: McKenzie Straight 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 £49.95)
McKenzie Straight Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £66.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Straight Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only McKenzie Straight Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey