Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Samuel Gulliver & Co. The Fine Drop

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Samuel Gulliver & Co. The Fine Drop
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanySamuel Gulliver & Co
Region
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£94
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Samuel Gulliver & Co. The Fine Drop

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Samuel Gulliver & Co. The Fine Drop

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 £94.

For beginners: Samuel Gulliver & Co. The Fine Drop is more approachable (65/100 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 £94)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Samuel Gulliver & Co. The Fine Drop

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£94 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 Samuel?

Samuel Gulliver & Co. The Fine Drop suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Samuel Gulliver & Co. The Fine Drop

HoneyVanillaToastedNutty

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