Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Philbert Distiller Reserve 2019 Vintage Grande Champagne Cognac

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Philbert Distiller Reserve 2019 Vintage Grande Champagne Cognac
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyPhilbert
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£50.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Philbert Distiller Reserve 2019 Vintage Grande Champagne Cognac

Smoke0/100
Sweetness38/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Philbert Distiller Reserve 2019 Vintage Grande Champagne Cognac

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Philbert Distiller Reserve 2019 Vintage Grande Champagne Cognac is better value at £51 vs £67.

For beginners: Philbert Distiller Reserve 2019 Vintage Grande Champagne Cognac 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £50.5)

Philbert Distiller Reserve 2019 Vintage Grande Champagne Cognac

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£50.5 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 Philbert?

Philbert Distiller Reserve 2019 Vintage Grande Champagne Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

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

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

Only Philbert Distiller Reserve 2019 Vintage Grande Champagne Cognac

Fresh FruitToastedNutty

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