Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
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
Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Tomatin
£85
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 47.4% |
| Age | 11 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £84.87 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £85.
For beginners: Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (60/100 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £84.87)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.87 vs £66.95)
- −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 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) 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)
Only Tomatin 22 Year Old 1994 - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)