Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 16 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Summer 2024 (Decadent Drinks)
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
Mortlach 16 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Summer 2024 (Decadent Drinks)
Mortlach
£90
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mortlach 16 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Summer 2024 (Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 48.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £89.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 16 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Summer 2024 (Decadent Drinks)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 16 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Summer 2024 (Decadent Drinks)
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: Mortlach 16 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Summer 2024 (Decadent Drinks) 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £89.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 16 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Summer 2024 (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.5 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 16 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Summer 2024 (Decadent Drinks) 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 Mortlach 16 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Summer 2024 (Decadent Drinks)