Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Sagamore Spirit Sherry Finish Rye Whiskey

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Sagamore Spirit Sherry Finish Rye Whiskey
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanySagamore Spirit
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV48.8%53%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£62.26
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Sagamore Spirit Sherry Finish Rye Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Sagamore Spirit Sherry Finish Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Sagamore Spirit Sherry Finish Rye Whiskey is better value at £62 vs £67.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 £62.26)

Sagamore Spirit Sherry Finish Rye Whiskey

Pros

  • +More affordable (£62.26 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (53%) — 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 Sagamore?

Sagamore Spirit Sherry Finish Rye Whiskey is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Sagamore Spirit Sherry Finish Rye Whiskey

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyToasted

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