Hardy 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s vs Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Hardy 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s
Hardy
£120

Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£77
| Hardy 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s | Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hardy | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 52.2% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £120 | £76.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hardy 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hardy 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s
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 0.00).
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £77 vs £120.
For beginners: Hardy 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Hardy 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £76.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £120)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Hardy?
Hardy 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.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 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 Hardy 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s
Only Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)