Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve vs Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Ichiro
★ 4.00
£103
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Cotswolds
★ 5.00
£65
| Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve | Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ichiro | Cotswolds |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | England |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.5% | 60.9% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £102.95 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Quick verdict
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 is better value at £65 vs £103.
For beginners: Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£102.95 vs £64.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£64.95 vs £102.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Ichiro's?
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Cotswolds?
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 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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