Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Oban 14 Year Old
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
Oban 14 Year Old
Oban
★ 4.20
£74
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Oban 14 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Oban |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 43% |
| Age | 11 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £73.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.20/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Oban 14 Year Old
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Oban 14 Year Old
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.20).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £74.
For beginners: Oban 14 Year Old 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £73.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Oban 14 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£73.9 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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 Oban?
Oban 14 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Oban 14 Year Old