Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Pertois Lebrun Le Fond du Bateau 2014 Blanc de Blancs Champagne

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Pertois Lebrun Le Fond du Bateau 2014 Blanc de Blancs Champagne
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyPertois Lebrun
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£78.75
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Pertois Lebrun Le Fond du Bateau 2014 Blanc de Blancs Champagne

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Pertois Lebrun Le Fond du Bateau 2014 Blanc de Blancs Champagne

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 £79.

For beginners: Pertois Lebrun Le Fond du Bateau 2014 Blanc de Blancs Champagne is more approachable (75/100 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 £78.75)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Pertois Lebrun Le Fond du Bateau 2014 Blanc de Blancs Champagne

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£78.75 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 Pertois?

Pertois Lebrun Le Fond du Bateau 2014 Blanc de Blancs Champagne 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)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Pertois Lebrun Le Fond du Bateau 2014 Blanc de Blancs Champagne

CitricVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

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