Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Epicurean Three Wood Finish

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The Epicurean Three Wood Finish
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyThe Epicurean
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV48.8%54.1%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£65.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

The Epicurean Three Wood Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean Three Wood Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Epicurean Three Wood Finish is better value at £66 vs £67.

For beginners: The Epicurean Three Wood Finish 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 £65.95)

The Epicurean Three Wood Finish

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£65.95 vs £66.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 The?

The Epicurean Three Wood Finish suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only The Epicurean Three Wood Finish

VanillaHoneyNew WoodSherriedToasted

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