Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Strathclyde 29 Year Old 1994 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Strathclyde 29 Year Old 1994 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Strathclyde
★ 4.00
£60
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Strathclyde 29 Year Old 1994 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Strathclyde |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48.8% | 43.4% |
| Age | 11 yr | 29 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathclyde 29 Year Old 1994 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathclyde 29 Year Old 1994 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Strathclyde 29 Year Old 1994 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £60 vs £67.
For beginners: Strathclyde 29 Year Old 1994 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £59.95)
Strathclyde 29 Year Old 1994 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Strathclyde?
Strathclyde 29 Year Old 1994 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Strathclyde 29 Year Old 1994 Single Cask (Master of Malt)