Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-324) - World Symphony Series vs Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-324) - World Symphony Series
Shizuoka
£375
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Character of Islay Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£400
| Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-324) - World Symphony Series | Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Shizuoka | The Character of Islay Whisky Company |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46.3% |
| Age | NAS | 33 yr |
| Price | £375 | £399.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-324) - World Symphony Series
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-324) - World Symphony Series
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Quick verdict
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-324) - World Symphony Series is better value at £375 vs £400.
For beginners: Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-324) - World Symphony Series is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-324) - World Symphony Series
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£375 vs £399.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399.95 vs £375)
Who should buy Shizuoka?
Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-324) - World Symphony Series 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 Fiona?
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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