Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyTomatin
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yr13 yr
Price£66.95£84.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner65/100
Value59/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £85.

For beginners: Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask 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
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £84.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £66.95)
  • 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 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask

NuttySherriedHoneyCitric

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