Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - 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)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Port Dundas
★ 5.00
£91
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Port Dundas |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48.8% | 48.4% |
| Age | 11 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £91 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £91.
For beginners: Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 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 £91)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£91 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 "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Port Dundas "Cheers To Better Days" 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15316) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)