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

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Reservoir Wheat
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyReservoir Distillery
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltWheat
ABV48.8%50%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£89.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Reservoir Wheat

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value56/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Reservoir Wheat

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £90.

For beginners: Reservoir Wheat is more approachable (60/100 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 £89.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Reservoir Wheat

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.9 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 Reservoir?

Reservoir Wheat suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Wheat character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Reservoir Wheat

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractNutty

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