Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyNorth Star Spirits
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV48.8%51.3%
Age11 yr13 yr
Price£66.95£81.43
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits

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 £81.

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 £81.43)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 11 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (51.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£81.43 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 Tennessee?

Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits 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 Tennessee Bourbon 13 Year Old 2003 - North Star Spirits

VanillaTobaccoOld WoodToasted

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