Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Stauning Rye - Rum Cask Finish

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Stauning Rye - Rum Cask Finish
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyStauning
Region
CountryScotlandDenmark
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV48.8%46.5%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£56.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Stauning Rye - Rum Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner60/100
Value88/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Stauning Rye - Rum Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Stauning Rye - Rum Cask Finish is better value at £57 vs £67.

For beginners: Stauning Rye - Rum Cask Finish 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 £56.95)

Stauning Rye - Rum Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£56.95 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +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 Rye - Rum Cask Finish 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 Rye - Rum Cask Finish

Cooked FruitVanillaNew WoodNuttyToasted

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