Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs North British 33 Year Old 1978 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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
North British 33 Year Old 1978 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
North British
£76
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | North British 33 Year Old 1978 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | North British |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48.8% | 54.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £76.19 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British 33 Year Old 1978 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British 33 Year Old 1978 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £76.
For beginners: North British 33 Year Old 1978 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £76.19)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North British 33 Year Old 1978 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£76.19 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 North?
North British 33 Year Old 1978 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only North British 33 Year Old 1978 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)