Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Vega 20 Year Old 2000 - North Star Spirits
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
Vega 20 Year Old 2000 - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
£59
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Vega 20 Year Old 2000 - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 43.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £58.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Vega 20 Year Old 2000 - North Star Spirits
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Vega 20 Year Old 2000 - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Vega 20 Year Old 2000 - North Star Spirits is better value at £59 vs £67.
For beginners: Vega 20 Year Old 2000 - North Star Spirits 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 £58.95)
Vega 20 Year Old 2000 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +More affordable (£58.95 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 11 years)
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 Vega?
Vega 20 Year Old 2000 - North Star Spirits suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Vega 20 Year Old 2000 - North Star Spirits