Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Langatun 5 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Langatun 5 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyLangatun
Region
CountryScotlandSwitzerland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%49.4%
Age11 yr5 yr
Price£66.95£78.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Langatun 5 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value63/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Langatun 5 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £79.

For beginners: Langatun 5 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £78.95)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 5 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Langatun 5 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£78.95 vs £66.95)
  • 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 Langatun?

Langatun 5 Year Old - Batch 1 (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 Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Langatun 5 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractHoneyFresh FruitToastedVanilla

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