Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Speyside 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 1338) - Deerstalker Limited Release
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
Speyside 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 1338) - Deerstalker Limited Release
Speyside
£68
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Speyside 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 1338) - Deerstalker Limited Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Speyside |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 48% |
| Age | 11 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £67.52 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyside 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 1338) - Deerstalker Limited Release
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyside 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 1338) - Deerstalker Limited Release
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 £68.
For beginners: Speyside 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 1338) - Deerstalker Limited Release is more approachable (60/100 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 £67.52)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Speyside 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 1338) - Deerstalker Limited Release
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£67.52 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 Speyside?
Speyside 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 1338) - Deerstalker Limited Release suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Speyside 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 1338) - Deerstalker Limited Release