Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Longmorn 18 Year Old - Secret Speyside Collection

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Longmorn 18 Year Old - Secret Speyside Collection
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyLongmorn
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%48%
Age11 yr18 yr
Price£66.95£102.99
Rating5.00/54.33/5

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

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

Longmorn 18 Year Old - Secret Speyside Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner55/100
Value42/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 18 Year Old - Secret Speyside Collection

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 £103.

For beginners: Longmorn 18 Year Old - Secret Speyside Collection is more approachable (55/100 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 £102.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Longmorn 18 Year Old - Secret Speyside Collection

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£102.99 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 Longmorn?

Longmorn 18 Year Old - Secret Speyside Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Longmorn 18 Year Old - Secret Speyside Collection

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaHoneyToasted

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