Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 16 Year Old 1999 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Mortlach 16 Year Old 1999 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyMortlach
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%46%
Age11 yr16 yr
Price£66.95£67.53
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Mortlach 16 Year Old 1999 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner65/100
Value74/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 16 Year Old 1999 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £68.

For beginners: Mortlach 16 Year Old 1999 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) 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
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £67.53)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Mortlach 16 Year Old 1999 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (16 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£67.53 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 Mortlach?

Mortlach 16 Year Old 1999 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) 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)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Mortlach 16 Year Old 1999 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SherriedHoneyNuttyMalt ExtractOld Wood

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