Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Port Dundas 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 366662) - James Eadie

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Port Dundas 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 366662) - James Eadie
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyPort Dundas
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV48.8%49.9%
Age11 yr23 yr
Price£66.95£78.22
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Port Dundas 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 366662) - James Eadie

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Dundas 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 366662) - James Eadie

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 £78.

For beginners: Port Dundas 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 366662) - James Eadie is more approachable (75/100 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 £78.22)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Port Dundas 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 366662) - James Eadie

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£78.22 vs £66.95)
  • 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 Port?

Port Dundas 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 366662) - James Eadie is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Port Dundas 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 366662) - James Eadie

SherriedVanillaOld WoodHoneyToasted

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