Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Speyside 22 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

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 (Chorlton Whisky)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyChorlton Whisky
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV48.8%55.4%
Age11 yr22 yr
Price£66.95£108.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Speyside 22 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Speyside 22 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

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 £109.

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 affordable (£66.95 vs £108.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Speyside 22 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£108.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 (Chorlton Whisky) 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 Speyside 22 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToastedNutty

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