Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Ichiro
★ 4.00
£103
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ichiro | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.5% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £102.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £103.
For beginners: Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£102.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay #4 11 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 affordable (£66.95 vs £102.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ichiro's?
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Islay?
Islay #4 11 Year Old (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 Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)