Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Longmorn 15 Year Old 2003 (cask 16639) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Longmorn 15 Year Old 2003 (cask 16639) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£68
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Longmorn 15 Year Old 2003 (cask 16639) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Longmorn |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £67.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Longmorn 15 Year Old 2003 (cask 16639) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Longmorn 15 Year Old 2003 (cask 16639) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £68.
For beginners: Longmorn 15 Year Old 2003 (cask 16639) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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 £67.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Longmorn 15 Year Old 2003 (cask 16639) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£67.95 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 Longmorn?
Longmorn 15 Year Old 2003 (cask 16639) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Longmorn 15 Year Old 2003 (cask 16639) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)