Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%)
Ichiro
★ 4.71
£104
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Ichiro |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £103.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.71/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.71).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £104.
For beginners: Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%) is more approachable (60/100 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 £103.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£103.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Hanyu?
Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%) 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 Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%)