Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyPort Dundas
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV48.8%48.4%
Age11 yr18 yr
Price£66.95£100.9
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £101.

For beginners: Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 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 £100.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£100.9 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 Port?

Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractOld Wood

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