Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Koshi-No Shinobu Pure Malt

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The Koshi-No Shinobu Pure Malt
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyShinobu
Region
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV48.8%43%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£64.99
Rating5.00/5

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

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

The Koshi-No Shinobu Pure Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Koshi-No Shinobu Pure Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

The Koshi-No Shinobu Pure Malt is better value at £65 vs £67.

For beginners: The Koshi-No Shinobu Pure Malt 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 £64.99)

The Koshi-No Shinobu Pure Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£64.99 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 Koshi-No Shinobu Pure Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only The Koshi-No Shinobu Pure Malt

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaSherriedToasted

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