Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s vs Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
Haller's
★ 5.00
£240

Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 3.40
£179
| Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s | Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Haller's | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Japan |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 47.7% |
| Age | 8 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £240 | £178.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.40/5 |
Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.40).
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £179 vs £240.
For beginners: Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£240 vs £178.95)
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£178.95 vs £240)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.4 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Haller’s?
Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Japanese?
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (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 Blended character.
Tasting notes
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