Hanyu 21 Year Old 1988 (cask 9306) - Noh Whisky vs Smögen Primör 3 Year Old 2010
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hanyu 21 Year Old 1988 (cask 9306) - Noh Whisky
Hanyu
£174
Smögen Primör 3 Year Old 2010
Smögen
★ 4.75
£170
| Hanyu 21 Year Old 1988 (cask 9306) - Noh Whisky | Smögen Primör 3 Year Old 2010 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hanyu | Smögen |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Sweden |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 63.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £173.95 | £170.34 |
| Rating | — | 4.75/5 |
Hanyu 21 Year Old 1988 (cask 9306) - Noh Whisky
Smögen Primör 3 Year Old 2010
Hanyu 21 Year Old 1988 (cask 9306) - Noh Whisky
Smögen Primör 3 Year Old 2010
Quick verdict
Smögen Primör 3 Year Old 2010 is rated higher (4.75 vs 0.00).
Smögen Primör 3 Year Old 2010 is better value at £170 vs £174.
For beginners: Hanyu 21 Year Old 1988 (cask 9306) - Noh Whisky is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Hanyu 21 Year Old 1988 (cask 9306) - Noh Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.95 vs £170.34)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Smögen Primör 3 Year Old 2010
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£170.34 vs £173.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (63.7%) — may need water
Who should buy Hanyu?
Hanyu 21 Year Old 1988 (cask 9306) - Noh Whisky 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 Smögen?
Smögen Primör 3 Year Old 2010 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Hanyu 21 Year Old 1988 (cask 9306) - Noh Whisky
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