Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Ole Bison 8 Year Old 107 Double Cask Bourbon

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Ole Bison 8 Year Old 107 Double Cask Bourbon
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyOle Bison
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV48.8%53.5%
Age11 yr8 yr
Price£66.95£104.95
Rating5.00/5

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

Ole Bison 8 Year Old 107 Double Cask Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ole Bison 8 Year Old 107 Double Cask Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £105.

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 affordable (£66.95 vs £104.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Ole Bison 8 Year Old 107 Double Cask Bourbon

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£104.95 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 Ole?

Ole Bison 8 Year Old 107 Double Cask Bourbon 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

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

Only Ole Bison 8 Year Old 107 Double Cask Bourbon

NuttyToastedOld Wood

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