Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48490) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48490) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryLongmornThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55.8%48.8%
Age20 yr11 yr
Price£65.83£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48490) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

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

Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48490) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48490) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £66 vs £67.

For beginners: Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48490) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48490) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£65.83 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £65.83)

Who should buy Longmorn?

Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48490) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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

Only Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48490) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

VanillaOld WoodHoneyToastedSherried

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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