Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022 vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

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

Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
DistilleryYamazakiTomatin
RegionHighland
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS36 yr
Price£699£494.02
Rating5.00/5

Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value10/100

Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £699.

For beginners: Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£699 vs £494.02)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£494.02 vs £699)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Yamazaki?

Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022 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 Tomatin?

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedOld Wood

Only Yamazaki Peated Malt 2022

SmokeyCooked Fruit

Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

ChocolateVanillaSherried

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