Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tobermory 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10361) - 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)Tobermory 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10361) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%48.4%
Age11 yr18 yr
Price£66.95£82.35
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Tobermory 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10361) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10361) - 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 £82.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 £82.35)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tobermory 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10361) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£82.35 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Tobermory?

Tobermory 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10361) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

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

MedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Tobermory 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10361) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Fresh FruitLeafy

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