Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Widow Jane 10 Year Old

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Widow Jane 10 Year Old
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyWidow Jane
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV48.8%45.5%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£66.95£88.99
Rating5.00/54.33/5

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

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

Widow Jane 10 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner65/100
Value49/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Widow Jane 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £89.

For beginners: Widow Jane 10 Year Old 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 £88.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Widow Jane 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£88.99 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 Widow?

Widow Jane 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Widow Jane 10 Year Old

VanillaToastedNew WoodChocolate

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