Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Port Dundas 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 585867 & 585868) (Signatory)
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
Port Dundas 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 585867 & 585868) (Signatory)
Port Dundas
★ 5.00
£80
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Port Dundas 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 585867 & 585868) (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Port Dundas |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Dundas 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 585867 & 585868) (Signatory)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Dundas 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 585867 & 585868) (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £80.
For beginners: Port Dundas 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 585867 & 585868) (Signatory) 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 £79.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Port Dundas 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 585867 & 585868) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 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 Port?
Port Dundas 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 585867 & 585868) (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Port Dundas 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 585867 & 585868) (Signatory)