Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Port Dundas
★ 5.00
£91
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Dundas | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 48.8% |
| Age | 15 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £91 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £91.
For beginners: Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£91 vs £66.95)
- −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
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £91)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Port?
Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)