Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Rosebank 10 Year Old 1990 (Signatory)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Rosebank 10 Year Old 1990 (Signatory)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyRosebank
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%43%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£66.95£110.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Rosebank 10 Year Old 1990 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rosebank 10 Year Old 1990 (Signatory)

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 £111.

For beginners: Rosebank 10 Year Old 1990 (Signatory) 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £110.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Rosebank 10 Year Old 1990 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£110.5 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 Rosebank?

Rosebank 10 Year Old 1990 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Rosebank 10 Year Old 1990 (Signatory)

Old WoodMalt ExtractHoneyToastedLeafy

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