Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%) vs Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%)
Ichiro
★ 4.71
£104
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£77
| Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%) | Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ichiro | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 52.2% |
| Age | 15 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £103.95 | £76.95 |
| Rating | 4.71/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%)
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%)
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.71).
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £77 vs £104.
For beginners: Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£103.95 vs £76.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£76.95 vs £103.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
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.
Who should buy Tennessee?
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
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Only Hanyu Ichiro's Malt 15 Year Old (46%)
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