Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club)
Loch Lomond
£54
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48.8% | 62.7% |
| Age | 11 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £53.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club) is better value at £54 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £53.95)
Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club)
Pros
- +More affordable (£53.95 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (62.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Loch?
Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club) 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)
Only Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club)