Yamazakura Blended Whisky vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazakura Blended Whisky
Yamazakura
★ 3.27
£52
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Yamazakura Blended Whisky | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazakura | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £51.99 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 3.27/5 | 5.00/5 |
Yamazakura Blended Whisky
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Yamazakura Blended Whisky
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 3.27).
Yamazakura Blended Whisky is better value at £52 vs £67.
For beginners: Yamazakura Blended Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Yamazakura Blended Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£51.99 vs £66.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.3 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £51.99)
Who should buy Yamazakura?
Yamazakura Blended Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Yamazakura Blended Whisky
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)