Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs 963 Malt & Grain (59%)

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

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)963 Malt & Grain (59%)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyYamazakura
Region
CountryIrelandJapan
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV45.7%59%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£54.95£46.84
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

963 Malt & Grain (59%)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner55/100
Value100/100

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

963 Malt & Grain (59%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

963 Malt & Grain (59%) is better value at £47 vs £55.

For beginners: Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.95 vs £46.84)

963 Malt & Grain (59%)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£46.84 vs £54.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (59%) — may need water

Who should buy Single?

Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 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 963?

963 Malt & Grain (59%) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

YeastyMalt ExtractHoney

Only Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Toasted

Only 963 Malt & Grain (59%)

Vanilla

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