Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 2000 - Organic Single Malt Final Edition (Dà Mhìle)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 2000 - Organic Single Malt Final Edition (Dà Mhìle)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyLoch Lomond
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yr16 yr
Price£66.95£81.04
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 2000 - Organic Single Malt Final Edition (Dà Mhìle)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 2000 - Organic Single Malt Final Edition (Dà Mhìle)

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 £81.

For beginners: Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 2000 - Organic Single Malt Final Edition (Dà Mhìle) is more approachable (65/100 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 £81.04)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 2000 - Organic Single Malt Final Edition (Dà Mhìle)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (16 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£81.04 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 Loch?

Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 2000 - Organic Single Malt Final Edition (Dà Mhìle) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Loch Lomond 16 Year Old 2000 - Organic Single Malt Final Edition (Dà Mhìle)

Malt ExtractFresh FruitToastedVanillaHoney

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