Yoichi Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018) vs Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yoichi Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Yoichi
£299
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£224
| Yoichi Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018) | Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yoichi | Tomintoul |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53.9% |
| Age | NAS | 31 yr |
| Price | £299 | £223.7 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Yoichi Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Yoichi Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask is better value at £224 vs £299.
For beginners: Yoichi Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Yoichi Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £223.7)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£223.7 vs £299)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Yoichi?
Yoichi Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018) 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask 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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