Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 2855) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 2855) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryLoch LomondThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.4%48.8%
Age24 yr11 yr
Price£88.1£66.95
Rating5.00/5

Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 2855) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

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

Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 2855) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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 £88.

For beginners: Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 2855) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 2855) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (24 vs 11 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£88.1 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 £88.1)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 2855) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.

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 Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 2855) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaOld WoodToasted

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

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