Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Whisky Blended Japanese Whisky

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

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Whisky Blended Japanese Whisky
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyKanosuke
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£66.95£98.95
Rating5.00/5

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Whisky Blended Japanese Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Whisky Blended Japanese Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £99.

For beginners: Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Whisky Blended Japanese Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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 £98.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Whisky Blended Japanese Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£98.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Kanosuke?

Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Whisky Blended Japanese Whisky 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.

Tasting notes

Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Whisky Blended Japanese Whisky

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedHoney

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