Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tomatin 14 Year Old Port Wood Finish

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Tomatin 14 Year Old Port Wood Finish
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyTomatin
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yr14 yr
Price£66.95£55.9
Rating5.00/54.53/5

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

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

Tomatin 14 Year Old Port Wood Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner65/100
Value81/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 14 Year Old Port Wood Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.53).

Tomatin 14 Year Old Port Wood Finish is better value at £56 vs £67.

For beginners: Tomatin 14 Year Old Port Wood Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £55.9)

Tomatin 14 Year Old Port Wood Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£55.9 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 14 Year Old Port Wood Finish 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 14 Year Old Port Wood Finish

Cooked FruitVanillaHoneySherriedToasted

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