Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Rivesaltes Cask Finish - French Collection

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Rivesaltes Cask Finish - French Collection
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyTomatin
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yr12 yr
Price£66.95£63.9
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Rivesaltes Cask Finish - French Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Rivesaltes Cask Finish - French Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Rivesaltes Cask Finish - French Collection is better value at £64 vs £67.

For beginners: Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Rivesaltes Cask Finish - French Collection 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 £63.9)

Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Rivesaltes Cask Finish - French Collection

Pros

  • +More affordable (£63.9 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
  • +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 Tomatin?

Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Rivesaltes Cask Finish - French Collection 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 Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Rivesaltes Cask Finish - French Collection

Fresh FruitCitricNuttyToastedVanilla

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