Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Monsieur Balthazar Hedgehog
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
Monsieur Balthazar Hedgehog
Monsieur Balthazar
£57
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Monsieur Balthazar Hedgehog | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Monsieur Balthazar |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | France |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48.8% | 45% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £56.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Monsieur Balthazar Hedgehog
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Monsieur Balthazar Hedgehog
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Monsieur Balthazar Hedgehog is better value at £57 vs £67.
For beginners: Monsieur Balthazar Hedgehog is more approachable (65/100 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 £56.95)
Monsieur Balthazar Hedgehog
Pros
- +More affordable (£56.95 vs £66.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Monsieur?
Monsieur Balthazar Hedgehog suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Monsieur Balthazar Hedgehog