Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Glenlivet 18 Year Old (without Presentation Box)
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
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old (without Presentation Box)
The Glenlivet
£82
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Glenlivet 18 Year Old (without Presentation Box) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | The Glenlivet |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 43% |
| Age | 11 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £81.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old (without Presentation Box)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old (without Presentation Box)
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 £82.
For beginners: The Glenlivet 18 Year Old (without Presentation Box) is more approachable (75/100 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 £81.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old (without Presentation Box)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£81.95 vs £66.95)
- −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 Glenlivet 18 Year Old (without Presentation Box) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The Glenlivet 18 Year Old (without Presentation Box)