J.J. Corry The Hanson vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
J.J. Corry The Hanson
J.J. Corry
★ 4.33
£50
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| J.J. Corry The Hanson | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | J.J. Corry | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £50 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
J.J. Corry The Hanson
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
J.J. Corry The Hanson
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
J.J. Corry The Hanson is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: J.J. Corry The Hanson is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
J.J. Corry The Hanson
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£50 vs £66.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £50)
Who should buy J.J.?
J.J. Corry The Hanson suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only J.J. Corry The Hanson
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