Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Near Ballindalloch 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
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
Near Ballindalloch 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
North Star Spirits
£48
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Near Ballindalloch 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 51.4% |
| Age | 11 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £47.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Near Ballindalloch 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Near Ballindalloch 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Near Ballindalloch 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) is better value at £48 vs £67.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 £47.84)
Near Ballindalloch 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +More affordable (£47.84 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
- −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 Near?
Near Ballindalloch 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Near Ballindalloch 11 Year Old 2011 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)