Yamazaki 1984 vs Dallas Dhu 29 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Yamazaki 1984
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£900

Dallas Dhu 29 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Dallas Dhu
£799
| Yamazaki 1984 | Dallas Dhu 29 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Dallas Dhu |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 53% |
| Age | NAS | 29 yr |
| Price | £899.95 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki 1984
Dallas Dhu 29 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Yamazaki 1984
Dallas Dhu 29 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dallas Dhu 29 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £799 vs £900.
For beginners: Yamazaki 1984 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
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 £799)
Dallas Dhu 29 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +More affordable (£799 vs £899.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Dallas?
Dallas Dhu 29 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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
Both taste of
Only Yamazaki 1984