Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Nectar

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Nectar
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyGlenmorangie
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yr16 yr
Price£66.95£68.69
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Nectar

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner65/100
Value73/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Nectar

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £69.

For beginners: Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Nectar is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

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 £68.69)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Nectar

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (16 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£68.69 vs £66.95)
  • 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 Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Nectar suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Glenmorangie 16 Year Old The Nectar

HoneyVanillaFresh FruitToastedSherried

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