Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Orkney 20 Year Old 1999 (cask A324-4) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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
Orkney 20 Year Old 1999 (cask A324-4) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Alistair Walker
£100
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Orkney 20 Year Old 1999 (cask A324-4) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Alistair Walker |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 52.1% |
| Age | 11 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Orkney 20 Year Old 1999 (cask A324-4) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Orkney 20 Year Old 1999 (cask A324-4) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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 £100.
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 £99.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Orkney 20 Year Old 1999 (cask A324-4) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Intense, complex peat smoke character
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Challenging for beginners — intense and polarising
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.95 vs £66.95)
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 Orkney?
Orkney 20 Year Old 1999 (cask A324-4) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Orkney 20 Year Old 1999 (cask A324-4) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)