Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish
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
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish
Tomintoul
£88
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Tomintoul |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £87.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish
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 £88.
For beginners: Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £87.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£87.95 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish