Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Westward 5 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #7

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Westward 5 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #7
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyWestward Whiskey
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%50%
Age11 yr5 yr
Price£66.95£80.75
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Westward 5 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #7

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Westward 5 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #7

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £81.

For beginners: Westward 5 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #7 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 £80.75)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Westward 5 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #7

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£80.75 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 Westward?

Westward 5 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #7 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)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Westward 5 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #7

New WoodVanillaToastedFresh FruitOily

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