Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits)
North Star Spirits
£50
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 54.3% |
| Age | 11 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits) is better value at £50 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 £49.95)
Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — 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 Secret?
Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits) 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)
Only Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits)