Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Kanosuke Artist Edition #004

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Kanosuke Artist Edition #004
DistilleryHighland ParkKanosuke
Region
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.2%50%
Age26 yrNAS
Price£343.95£299
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner35/100
Value15/100

Kanosuke Artist Edition #004

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kanosuke Artist Edition #004

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Kanosuke Artist Edition #004 is better value at £299 vs £344.

For beginners: Kanosuke Artist Edition #004 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£343.95 vs £299)

Kanosuke Artist Edition #004

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£299 vs £343.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 26 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.

Who should buy Kanosuke?

Kanosuke Artist Edition #004 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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

HoneyOld WoodToasted

Only Kanosuke Artist Edition #004

Fresh FruitCitricSandyMedicinal

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