Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302) vs Yamazaki 1984
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302) | Yamazaki 1984 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Yamazaki |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56% | 48% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £769.95 | £899.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302)
Yamazaki 1984
Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302)
Yamazaki 1984
Quick verdict
Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302) is better value at £770 vs £900.
For beginners: Yamazaki 1984 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302)
Pros
- +More affordable (£769.95 vs £899.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Yamazaki 1984
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£899.95 vs £769.95)
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 30 Year Old 1993 (cask 302) 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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 1984 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
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