Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt
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
Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt
Wave Distil
★ 4.00
£48
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Wave Distil |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Belgium |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 47.4% |
| Age | 11 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £48.11 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt is better value at £48 vs £67.
For beginners: Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt is more approachable (60/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £48.11)
Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£48.11 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Wave?
Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt