Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyPeerless
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV48.8%55.8%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£83.94
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel 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 £84.

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 £83.94)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£83.94 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 Peerless?

Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel 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

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon

VanillaHoneyToastedNew WoodMalt Extract

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