Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Millstone 8 Year Old - American Oak

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Millstone 8 Year Old - American Oak
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyMillstone Whisky
Region
CountryScotlandThe Netherlands
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%43%
Age11 yr8 yr
Price£66.95£55.33
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Millstone 8 Year Old - American Oak

Smoke0/100
Sweetness46/100
Beginner75/100
Value90/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Millstone 8 Year Old - American Oak

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Millstone 8 Year Old - American Oak is better value at £55 vs £67.

For beginners: Millstone 8 Year Old - American Oak is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £55.33)

Millstone 8 Year Old - American Oak

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£55.33 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • 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 Millstone?

Millstone 8 Year Old - American Oak 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 Millstone 8 Year Old - American Oak

VanillaToastedMalt ExtractCooked MashNutty

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