Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon (58.4%)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon (58.4%)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyWild Turkey
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV48.8%58.4%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£57.85
Rating5.00/54.54/5

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

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

Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon (58.4%)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value79/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon (58.4%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.54).

Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon (58.4%) is better value at £58 vs £67.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £57.85)

Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon (58.4%)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£57.85 vs £66.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 Wild?

Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon (58.4%) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon (58.4%)

VanillaToastedHoneyTobaccoNutty

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