Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Hanyu 1991 Cask 370

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Hanyu 1991 Cask 370
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyHanyu
Region
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%57.3%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£102.45
Rating5.00/5

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

Hanyu 1991 Cask 370

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hanyu 1991 Cask 370

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £102.

For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 £102.45)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Hanyu 1991 Cask 370

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£102.45 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 1991 Cask 370 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

Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Hanyu 1991 Cask 370

Old WoodSherriedHoneyToastedVanilla

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