963 Malt & Grain (59%) vs Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
963 Malt & Grain (59%)
Yamazakura
★ 5.00
£47
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£55
| 963 Malt & Grain (59%) | Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazakura | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59% | 45.7% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £46.84 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
963 Malt & Grain (59%)
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
963 Malt & Grain (59%)
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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).
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
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)
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.
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.
Tasting notes
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