Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48438) (Adelphi)
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 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48438) (Adelphi)
Longmorn
£90
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48438) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Longmorn |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 53.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £90.43 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48438) (Adelphi)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48438) (Adelphi)
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 £90.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 £90.43)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48438) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£90.43 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48438) (Adelphi) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Longmorn 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 48438) (Adelphi)