Dalmunach 10 Year Old 2016 (cask 9) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Dalmunach 10 Year Old 2016 (cask 9) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryDalmunachThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV63.6%48.8%
Age10 yr11 yr
Price£79.95£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Dalmunach 10 Year Old 2016 (cask 9) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

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

Dalmunach 10 Year Old 2016 (cask 9) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

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 £80.

For beginners: Dalmunach 10 Year Old 2016 (cask 9) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Dalmunach 10 Year Old 2016 (cask 9) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (63.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £79.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Dalmunach?

Dalmunach 10 Year Old 2016 (cask 9) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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.

Tasting notes

Only Dalmunach 10 Year Old 2016 (cask 9) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SherriedHoneyCooked FruitVanilla

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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