Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release)

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

Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyThomas H. Handy
Region
CountryAmericaAmerica
TypeBourbonRye
ABV52.2%63.6%
Age14 yrNAS
Price£76.95£125
Rating5.00/5

Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner50/100
Value65/100

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner20/100
Value0/100

Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £77 vs £125.

For beginners: Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£76.95 vs £125)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (63.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£125 vs £76.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Tennessee?

Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy Thomas?

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

VanillaCooked FruitHoney

Only Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release)

New WoodCitricSmokey

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