Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
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
Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Ninefold
£65
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Ninefold |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is better value at £65 vs £67.
For beginners: Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange 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 £64.95)
Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£64.95 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 Ninefold?
Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange 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 Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange