Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Papalin 10 Year Old Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum
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

Papalin 10 Year Old Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum
Papalin
£90
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Papalin 10 Year Old Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Papalin |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Papalin 10 Year Old Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Papalin 10 Year Old Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum
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 £90.
For beginners: Papalin 10 Year Old Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum is more approachable (70/100 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 £89.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Papalin 10 Year Old Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £66.95)
- −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 Papalin?
Papalin 10 Year Old Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum 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 Papalin 10 Year Old Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum