Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Dublin Liberties 10 Year Old Copper Alley

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The Dublin Liberties 10 Year Old Copper Alley
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyThe Dublin Liberties
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£62.44
Rating5.00/54.88/5

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

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

The Dublin Liberties 10 Year Old Copper Alley

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner65/100
Value78/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Dublin Liberties 10 Year Old Copper Alley

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.88).

The Dublin Liberties 10 Year Old Copper Alley is better value at £62 vs £67.

For beginners: The Dublin Liberties 10 Year Old Copper Alley is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £62.44)

The Dublin Liberties 10 Year Old Copper Alley

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£62.44 vs £66.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.9 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 The?

The Dublin Liberties 10 Year Old Copper Alley 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 The Dublin Liberties 10 Year Old Copper Alley

SherriedFresh FruitVanillaChocolateToasted

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