Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Mortlach
£102
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.5% | 48.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £102.25 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 £102.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£102.25 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £102.25)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) 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.
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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange