Port Ellen 1979 / 37 Year Old / 17th Release (2017) Islay Whisky vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 1979 / 37 Year Old / 17th Release (2017) Islay Whisky
Port Ellen
£6000
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| Port Ellen 1979 / 37 Year Old / 17th Release (2017) Islay Whisky | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £6000 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 1979 / 37 Year Old / 17th Release (2017) Islay Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Port Ellen 1979 / 37 Year Old / 17th Release (2017) Islay Whisky
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 1979 / 37 Year Old / 17th Release (2017) Islay Whisky is better value at £6000 vs £7299.
For beginners: Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 1979 / 37 Year Old / 17th Release (2017) Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£6000 vs £7299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£7299 vs £6000)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 1979 / 37 Year Old / 17th Release (2017) Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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