Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Pearse Lyons Marriage of Malt Distillery Edition

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Pearse Lyons Marriage of Malt Distillery Edition
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyPearse Lyons
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV48.8%44%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£79.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Pearse Lyons Marriage of Malt Distillery Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value63/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Pearse Lyons Marriage of Malt Distillery Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £80.

For beginners: Pearse Lyons Marriage of Malt Distillery Edition 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
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £79.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Pearse Lyons Marriage of Malt Distillery Edition

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £66.95)
  • 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 Pearse?

Pearse Lyons Marriage of Malt Distillery Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Pearse Lyons Marriage of Malt Distillery Edition

SherriedHoneyToastedCooked FruitChocolate

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