Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tobermory 16 Year Old (Alchemist)
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
Tobermory 16 Year Old (Alchemist)
Tobermory
£59
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tobermory 16 Year Old (Alchemist) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £58.78 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory 16 Year Old (Alchemist)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory 16 Year Old (Alchemist)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 16 Year Old (Alchemist) is better value at £59 vs £67.
For beginners: Tobermory 16 Year Old (Alchemist) 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 £58.78)
Tobermory 16 Year Old (Alchemist)
Pros
- +More affordable (£58.78 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 11 years)
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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 16 Year Old (Alchemist) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Tobermory 16 Year Old (Alchemist)