Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanySignatory
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%48.2%
Age11 yr11 yr
Price£66.95£63.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value78/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory) is better value at £64 vs £67.

For beginners: Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £63.95)

Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£63.95 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • 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 (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Speyside (TAM) 11 Year Old 2013 - Small Batch Edition #13 (Signatory)

Cooked FruitSherriedToastedVanillaHoney

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