Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 - Orange Wine Cask Finish

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 - Orange Wine Cask Finish
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV48.8%53.9%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£61.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 - Orange Wine Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 - Orange Wine Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 - Orange Wine Cask Finish 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 £61.5)

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 - Orange Wine Cask Finish

Pros

  • +More affordable (£61.5 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.9%) — 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 Scallywag?

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 - Orange Wine Cask Finish 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 Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 - Orange Wine Cask Finish

Fresh FruitCitricHoneyToasted

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