Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Dalmunach 6 Year Old 2018 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Dalmunach 6 Year Old 2018 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyDalmunach
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%47.5%
Age11 yr6 yr
Price£66.95£48.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Dalmunach 6 Year Old 2018 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmunach 6 Year Old 2018 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Dalmunach 6 Year Old 2018 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £49 vs £67.

For beginners: Dalmunach 6 Year Old 2018 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (60/100 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)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £48.5)

Dalmunach 6 Year Old 2018 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£48.5 vs £66.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 Dalmunach?

Dalmunach 6 Year Old 2018 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) 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 Dalmunach 6 Year Old 2018 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

VanillaHoneyNuttyCitricFresh Fruit

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