Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV48.8%56%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£48.25
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak is better value at £48 vs £67.

For beginners: Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak is more approachable (55/100 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 £48.25)

Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£48.25 vs £66.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (56%) — may need water
  • 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 Ragtime?

Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak

VanillaNew WoodHoneyToasted

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