Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Longmorn 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 9907) (Adelphi)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Longmorn 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 9907) (Adelphi)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyLongmorn
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%50.6%
Age11 yr28 yr
Price£66.95£109.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Longmorn 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 9907) (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 9907) (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £110.

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 affordable (£66.95 vs £109.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Longmorn 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 9907) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (28 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£109.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 9907) (Adelphi) 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)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Longmorn 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 9907) (Adelphi)

Malt ExtractHoneyOld WoodToastedSherried

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