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

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Stauning Bastard
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyStauning
Region
CountryScotlandDenmark
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV48.8%46.3%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£63.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Stauning Bastard

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner55/100
Value79/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Stauning Bastard

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Stauning Bastard is better value at £64 vs £67.

For beginners: Stauning Bastard is more approachable (55/100 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 £63.5)

Stauning Bastard

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£63.5 vs £66.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

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 Stauning?

Stauning Bastard suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Stauning Bastard

New WoodToastedTobaccoVegetative

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