Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Speyside 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 65) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Speyside 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 65) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanySpeyside
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%58.2%
Age11 yr22 yr
Price£66.95£96.63
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Speyside 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 65) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value52/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Speyside 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 65) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £97.

For beginners: Speyside 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 65) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £96.63)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Speyside 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 65) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 11 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£96.63 vs £66.95)
  • 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 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 65) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Speyside 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 65) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)

VanillaMalt ExtractHoneyOld WoodFresh Fruit

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