Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyWalsh
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%43%
Age11 yr12 yr
Price£66.95£55.43
Rating5.00/54.00/5

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

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

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value72/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release) is better value at £55 vs £67.

For beginners: The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release) 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £55.43)

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£55.43 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 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 The?

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release) 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 Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToastedFresh Fruit

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